WHEREAS, Alaska has a rich cultural history which includes the values of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders; and WHEREAS, the cultural diversity of our communities is made up of many languages, beliefs, and traditions which strengthen the social fabric of our diverse state; and WHEREAS, we respect the heritage and traditions of all cultures in […]

WHEREAS, every child deserves a safe, loving, stable home in which to grow, learn, and play; and WHEREAS, many children in our community are in crisis and must be temporarily removed from their homes to ensure that the child’s physical and emotional needs are addressed; and WHEREAS, foster parents help children heal from the painful […]

WHEREAS, aviation is a critical part of Alaskan life. Eighty-two percent of Alaska’s communities are inaccessible by road and rely heavily on aviation to provide all-season access for commerce, transportation, emergency medical services, shipment of goods, and tourism; and WHEREAS, Alaska has a significant interest in the continued vitality of aviation, aerospace, aircraft manufacturing, flight […]

WHEREAS, Alaskans rely on durable residential, commercial, and institutional structures to shelter us as we live, work, and play. We are dedicated to ensuring our infrastructure is safe by continuing efforts to address critical safety issues in our homes and buildings; and WHEREAS, the dedication of our appointed safety guardians – the building safety and […]

WHEREAS, Alaska is known for its beautiful lakes, rivers, and thousands of miles of coastline, all providing endless opportunities for a wide variety of water-related activities enjoyed by Alaskans and visitors alike; and WHEREAS, swimming and aquatic-related activities promote increased physical and mental health and studies have shown that those who live near water live […]