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Recent press coverage of Governor Parnell's initiatives:
- Parnell adopted into Eagle Killer Whale Clan
Anchorage Daily News, May 15 - First lady awards 'Volunteers of the Year'
Juneau Empire, May 12 - Opponents of tax reform still don’t get it
Alaska Journal of Commerce, May 9 - Coastal Governors Want More Offshore Drilling
Wall Street Journal, May 6
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Flags Lowered for Peace Officers Memorial Day
May 14, 2013, Juneau, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell ordered state flags to be lowered to half-staff on Wednesday, May 15 in observance of Peace Officers Memorial Day and Law Enforcement Memorial Week. “Alaska’s law enforcement officers are brave men and women who report for duty knowing full well the dangers they face and the sacrifices they may be called upon to make,” Governor Parnell said. Full Story »
Governor Comments on National Arctic Strategy
May 10, 2013, Juneau, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell today offered the following statement in response to the Obama Administration’s release of the National Strategy for the Arctic Region. The strategy announced today came at the request of Alaska’s congressional delegation. Full Story »
Bill Lowers Taxes on Motorcycle Rentals
May 9, 2013, Juneau, Alaska - Governor Sean Parnell today signed House Bill 56, legislation to eliminate the 10 percent tax on motorcycle rentals in the state of Alaska. Introduced by Representatives Lindsey Holmes and Tammie Wilson, HB 56 removes motorcycles from the motor vehicle rental tax which inadvertently included motorcycles when it was passed in 2003. Full Story »
Homer Selected for 2013 Governor’s Picnic
May 9, 2013, Juneau, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell today announced Homer will host the 2013 Governor’s Traveling Family Picnic. The Homer picnic will be held on July 25 at the Karen Hornaday Park. Full Story »
Speech: Commissioning of the U.S.S. Anchorage
Fellow Alaskans, distinguished guests, flag and general officers, Mrs. Annette Conway: I am honored to be with you at this historic gathering. First Lady Sandy and I warmly welcome each of you here to Alaska. All of Alaska is proud to have this ship named in honor of our largest city. We thank you for docking in Anchorage to commission her, and to “bring her to life.” Full Story »
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