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WHEREAS, on the 25th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Alaskans are reminded that we must keep working together to prevent sexual assault and increase public awareness of the support groups that provide resources to survivors and those at risk; and...

WHEREAS, each year, Alaska’s underground utility infrastructure is jeopardized by unintentional damage by those who fail to have underground facilities located prior to excavation; and WHEREAS, the consequences of damage to buried facilities can include service...

WHEREAS, every person is endowed with human dignity and value, and those who have faltered should be given the opportunity to become contributing members of our Great State once again; and WHEREAS, approximately 80 million Americans have a criminal record, with...

WHEREAS, many Alaskans serve in the United States military, and military members sacrifice time with their families and loved ones to protect the security and freedom of our Great Nation; and WHEREAS, we recognize and commend the children in our communities who...

WHEREAS, every child is entitled to love, care, security, and protection from abuse, exploitation, and neglect, and we must protect our children’s inalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness; and WHEREAS, child abuse affects millions of...

WHEREAS, Alaska is blessed with an abundance of wildlife and the State’s healthy wildlife populations have a significant impact on the Alaskan way of life; and WHEREAS, our State is notably home to all three species of North American bears, including approximately...

WHEREAS, Alaska is comprised of many languages, belief systems, and traditions that strengthen the cultural fabric of our State; and WHEREAS, we respect the heritage and traditions of all cultures in our communities, and we are proud to be Alaskans with diverse...

WHEREAS, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson worked tirelessly to advocate for the values of education, morality, and civic duty throughout his life, and in 1978, the United States Congress validated Rabbi Schneerson’s efforts with the proclamation of Education and...

WHEREAS, countless courageous individuals have bravely answered our Country’s call to patriotic duty throughout the history of Alaska and the Nation; and WHEREAS, the Vietnam War lasted for almost two decades, making it one of the longest military conflicts in...

WHEREAS, emergency preparedness is essential for protecting lives during times of crisis, and as one of the world’s most seismically active regions, Alaska is highly vulnerable to earthquakes; and WHEREAS, of the 20 largest earthquakes in United States history,...

WHEREAS, emergency preparedness at state, regional, and local levels is extremely vital for survival in times of crisis; and WHEREAS, Alaska is one of the world’s most seismically active regions and has the most coastline of any U.S. state, and its coastlines...

WHEREAS, our Nation has been shaped by the actions of women of every socioeconomic background and they represent a significant portion of the workforce, playing a role in every field of professional employment; and WHEREAS, construction professionals play a vital...

WHEREAS, the American Red Cross is one of the Nation’s oldest and most recognized humanitarian organizations, and has long been a symbol of the compassion and selflessness that defines the American way of life; and WHEREAS, the American Red Cross provides care to...

WHEREAS, more than an estimated 11,500 Alaskan children, adults, as well as their families include people who experience developmental disabilities and they enrich our communities with their strengths, perspectives and contributions; and WHEREAS, developmental...

WHEREAS, a rare disease or disorder is a physical condition that affects fewer than 200,000 people. There are over 10,000 rare diseases that together affect approximately 30 million Americans; and WHEREAS, there are many different causes of rare diseases and...

WHEREAS, born in Petersburg, Alaska, on July 4, 1911, Elizabeth Peratrovich was an Alaska Native woman of the Tlingit nation who was instrumental in the campaign against ending the discrimination that plagued the Alaska territory, and in doing so, she left a...

WHEREAS, President Ronald Wilson Reagan was a prominent leader who was dedicated to representing American principles on a global scale; and WHEREAS, President Reagan served two terms as the 40th President of the United States, reshaping national politics with his...

WHEREAS, the well-being of Alaskans is of the utmost importance, and is greatly enhanced through increased awareness of possible threats to personal health; and WHEREAS, cancer is the second-leading cause of death worldwide, and cancer remains the leading cause of...

WHEREAS, in the Great State of Alaska, we value the betterment of our citizens and look to provide every individual with access to quality educational opportunities; and WHEREAS, career and technical education (CTE) provides students with the academic knowledge,...

WHEREAS, all Alaskans deserve healthy and safe relationships, free from abuse; and it is essential to provide our youth with education about healthy relationships, as well as safe shelter and assistance for those experiencing abuse; and WHEREAS, dating violence is...

WHEREAS, in 1976, as Americans celebrated the national bicentennial, President Gerald Ford urged the Nation to “seize the opportunity to honor the too-often neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our history” and for the...

WHEREAS, January 26, 2026, marks the 77th Republic Day of India, commemorating the adoption of the Constitution of India and celebrating the world’s largest democracy; and WHEREAS, Alaska recognizes the importance of strengthening bilateral ties with India, a...