Proclamations

NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim March 2018 as:

Developmental Disability Awareness Month

in Alaska, and in honor of Jim Balamaci, I ask all Alaskans to celebrate and support the diversity and capabilities of all our citizens, particularly those who experience developmental disabilities.
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NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim February 28, 2018 as:

Rare Disease and Disorder Day

in Alaska, and encourage Alaskans to recognize the impacts of rare diseases on their fellow Alaskans and their families, support research to find treatment and cures, and thank Alaska’s healthcare professionals who provide quality service to Alaskans.
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NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim February 16, 2018 as:

Elizabeth Peratrovich Day

in Alaska, and encourage all Alaskans to honor the life and legacy of one of Alaska’s most distinguished women – a true hero of American democracy – and to reaffirm belief in the principles of social equality and respect for the individual.
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NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim February 7-14, 2018 as:

Congenital Heart Defect Awareness Week

in Alaska, and encourage all Alaskans to be informed on hereditary heart defects, and to offer assistance and support to those affected by congenital heart defects, to help them achieve their full potential.
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NOW THEREFORE, I, Bill Walker, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim February, 2018 as:

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

In Alaska, in honor of Bree Moore and the many other young Alaskan victims who have suffered or lost their lives because of an unhealthy dating relationship. We encourage all Alaskans to pursue healthy relationships, to learn the signs of teen dating violence, and to promote awareness, prevention and responsible action to end teen dating violence in our state.
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