Legislative leaders said it would be unwise to wait for a security incident to occur before requiring screenings.
The Alaska State Capitol has been one of seven across the U.S. that does not have any form of security screening.
New airport-style security measures for the Alaska State Capitol when the Alaska Legislature is in session were approved ...
Visitors to the state ... Alaska Federation of Natives convention with little wait time. Stevens also noted that metal detectors are used in the Dimond Courthouse across the street from the Capitol.
Apr. 1—JUNEAU — The Alaska State Capitol will soon have an airport-style security checkpoint, screening all visitors to the building. The policy change was ordered on Monday by the Legislative ...