State’s top lobbyist in DC resigning

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Alaska’s long-time lobbyist in Washington is resigning.

John Katz told Gov. Sean Parnell that he recently turned 68 and wants to spend more time with family. He also said he has become increasingly discouraged by what he sees as the “polarization and deterioration of the public policy process at the federal level.”

Katz’s resignation is effective at year’s end. Parnell will choose his replacement.

Parnell’s office says Katz began working as director of state and federal relations and special counsel to the governor, based in Washington, D.C., in 1983. His prior work included acting as special counsel to then-Gov. Jay Hammond, and serving as state Natural Resources commissioner.

Parnell said Katz has served the state with dedication, integrity and professionalism.

—Associated Press

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