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In Memory of Pope Francis
Pope Francis - April 21, 2025 through interment (unknown) - Half-Staff Alert - Entire United States As a mark of respect for the memory of His Holiness Pope Francis, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of...
Governor Dunleavy Vetoes HB69 and Will Introduce Legislation with BSA Increase and Education Policy Reform
This morning Governor Mike Dunleavy vetoed House Bill 69, an education bill that increases spending by hundreds of millions of dollars without providing for more accountability or policy reforms. The bill would also increase Alaska’s deficit during a time of...
Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
WHEREAS, situations that require the assistance of law enforcement, firefighters, or emergency medical responders can occur at any time; and WHEREAS, when an emergency occurs, the prompt response of law enforcement officers, firefighters, and paramedics is...
Flood Preparedness Week
WHEREAS, each Alaskan Spring brings the potential for devastating floods caused by ice jams in rivers, coastal storm surges, high precipitation, and rapid thawing of winter snow and ice that endangers lives, property, and community economies along major waterways;...
Former Prisoners of War Recognition Day
WHEREAS, for nearly two and a half centuries, men and women in the United States Armed Forces have served our Nation with courage, honor, devotion, and sacrifice; and WHEREAS, on this day in 1942, the largest number of Americans to ever surrender were captured by...
Education and Sharing Day
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...
National Public Health Week
WHEREAS, the week of April 7-13, 2025, is National Public Health Week, and the theme for the week is “It Starts Here: Your Health is Our Mission”; each day of the week has a unique theme, and this year’s themes are Climate Action: Championing Resilience for Health,...
Crime Victims’ Rights Week
WHEREAS, throughout our country, millions of people of all ages and from all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds are victimized by crime each year; and WHEREAS, those who have fallen victim to crime are not always identified or open about their experiences, and...
The Week of the Young Child
WHEREAS, children are our most precious resource, and the early years of a child’s life are vital for social and cognitive development; and WHEREAS, a brighter future for Alaska depends on the quality of early childhood experiences provided to our children today,...
Governor Dunleavy Announces Appointments to Alaska Board of Fisheries and Alaska Board of Game
Today, Governor Dunleavy announced three appointments to the Alaska Board of Fisheries and the Alaska Board of Game. Olivia Henaayee Irwin of Nenana has been appointed to the Board of Fisheries. Irwin has served as co-chair of the Minto/Nenana Fish and Game...
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
WHEREAS, on the 24th 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...
Second Chance Month
WHEREAS, every person is endowed with human dignity and value, and those who have fallen 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 4,400...
Month of the Military Child
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 Nation; and WHEREAS, Alaskans recognize and commend the children in our communities who...
Child Abuse Prevention Month
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...
Bear Awareness Month
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...
Arab American Heritage Month
WHEREAS, Alaska is comprised of many languages, belief systems, and traditions that strengthen the social 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...
Vietnam Veterans Day
WHEREAS, throughout the history of Alaska and the Nation, countless courageous individuals have bravely answered our Country’s call to patriotic duty; and WHEREAS, the Vietnam War lasted for almost two decades, making it one of the longest military conflicts in...
How Alaskan energy can power the U.S.-Japan relationship
Partnership can secure reliable, stable and affordable energy for generations to come At the U.S.-Japan summit on Feb. 7, President Donald Trump noted that "Japan will soon begin importing historic new shipments of clean American liquefied natural gas in record...
State of Alaska Prepared for Potential Mount Spurr Eruption
Today, Governor Dunleavy reaffirmed that the state is fully prepared for any potential eruption of Mount Spurr. While an eruption is not certain, proactive measures are in place to protect residents, infrastructure, and essential services. "The safety and...
Great Alaska Good Friday Earthquake Remembrance Day
WHEREAS, emergency preparedness is extremely vital for survival in 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, over half...
Alaska will benefit by decreasing the power of the federal department of education
As a former educator for over 30 years, I welcome the news that President Trump has signed an EO significantly decreasing the power and authority of the US Department of Education. Since it’s creation in 1980, despite spending several trillion dollars of taxpayer...
Tsunami Preparedness Week
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...
Governor Dunleavy Issues Statement on Steps to Unleash Alaska’s Energy Potential
Today Governor Mike Dunleavy issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of Interior announcing the initial steps it is taking to implement the "Unleashing Alaska's Extraordinary Resource Potential" executive order and secretary's order. "The...
Governor Dunleavy Introduces Legislation to Enact the Multistate Nurse Licensure Compact in Alaska
Governor Mike Dunleavy has introduced legislation (HB 131, SB 124) to enter Alaska into the Multistate Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) which will bolster healthcare access and nursing opportunities across the state. The NLC is the longest standing, most well-vetted...
Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation Governance Study Released
The Dunleavy administration today released a report commissioned by the Governor. The study was conducted by an outside legal firm to review the Alaska Permanent Fund Corporation (APFC). The purpose of the report was to ascertain what if any recommendations or...
Governor Dunleavy Signs Alaska Railroad Bonding Legislation
New Seward Passenger Dock will be operational next year Governor Mike Dunleavy signed legislation today (HB 65) granting the Alaska Railroad Corporation (ARRC) the ability to issue up to $135 million in revenue bonds to fund the construction of a new passenger...
The time is right to establish the Alaska Department of Agriculture
In the five years since the pandemic upended the world as we knew it, many aspects of our everyday lives have returned to normal. The pandemic and the upheaval that resulted is something many of us would probably like to forget, but we can’t forget the lessons we...
Women in Construction Week
WHEREAS, our Nation has been shaped by the actions of women of every socioeconomic background and women play a role in every field of professional employment, representing a significant portion of the workforce; and WHEREAS, construction professionals play a...
Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
WHEREAS, developmental disabilities affect more than an estimated 11,600 Alaskan children, adults, and families; and WHEREAS, a developmental disability is a lifelong, chronic mental or physical impairment that manifests itself before a person reaches the age of...
American Red Cross Month
WHEREAS, as one of the Nation’s oldest and most recognized humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross 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 those...
