WHEREAS, Alaska is the most seismically active region in the United States, and has endured 10 of the 15 largest earthquakes in U.S. history. Alaska also faced the world’s highest tsunami wave in recorded history at an approximated 1,720 feet. Alaska’s many coastal communities live with the most serious tsunami threat in the United States; […]

WHEREAS, every year traumatic brain injuries occur in the lives of more than 1.7 million Americans, and severe injuries have resulted in an estimated 5.3 million Americans living with lifelong disabilities; and WHEREAS, damage to the brain can result from a multitude of causes including falls, motor vehicle or sport accidents, stroke, assault, and other […]

WHEREAS, over 11,500 Alaskans are estimated to have a developmental disability; and WHEREAS, people with developmental disabilities share the same dreams and desires of all Alaskans; to be successful, independent, contribute to the workforce in a meaningful way, and have strong lasting ties to their communities; and WHEREAS, public awareness and understanding are valuable ways […]

NOW THEREFORE, I, Michael J. Dunleavy, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim February 28, 2019 as: Rare Disease and Disorder Day in Alaska, and encourage all Alaskans to support those with rare diseases and disorders, promote and raise awareness within their communities, and celebrate the progress being made by medical professionals and researchers worldwide. Read more

NOW THEREFORE, I, Michael J. Dunleavy, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim February 16, 2019 as: Elizabeth Peratrovich Day in Alaska, and encourage all Alaskans to celebrate her great influence on Alaska, and consider their role in carrying forward the principles of justice and equality she so admirably exemplified. Read more