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Elizabeth Peratrovich Day
WHEREAS, born on July 4, 1911 in Petersburg, Alaska, Elizabeth Peratrovich was an Alaskan Native woman of the Tlingit nation that was instrumental in the campaign against ending the discrimination that plagued the Alaska territory, and in doing so, she left a...
Governor Dunleavy’s Budget Amendments Strengthen the Public Defender Agency, the Office of Public Advocacy, and the Ferry System
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy introduced $117 million in total Undesignated General Fund (UGF) Amendments as part of a package of budget amendments introduced to the Legislature today. “Today’s amended budget proposal reflects that we are listening and responding...
Governor Dunleavy Introduces Bills to Increase Access to Geothermal Resources and Reduce Barriers for Contractors to Engage in Large Scale Projects
Today Governor Mike Dunleavy introduced bills to increase access to Alaska's geothermal resources and to cut red tape related to a specific insurance requirement that hinders large scale infrastructure projects. HB74/SB69 removes obstacles for exploration and...
Governor Dunleavy Champions Economic Opportunities for Alaska Workers, Orders Removal of Four-Year Degree Requirements for Most State Jobs
Today Governor Mike Dunleavy issued Administrative Order 343 to address unprecedented workforce shortages in state jobs by removing the requirement of a four-year college degree for most state jobs. "The State of Alaska is not the immune from the nationwide...
Governor Dunleavy Issues Statement on Unidentified Object Shot Down Over Alaska
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy issued the following statement today regarding the unidentified object shot down this morning over Alaskan waters. "Today’s announcement by the Pentagon that an unidentified object was shot down by an F-22 from Joint Base Elmendorf...
Governor Dunleavy Targets Sex Traffickers, Drug Dealers with New Crime Legislation
People First Bills will protect vulnerable Alaskans Today Governor Mike Dunleavy introduced three public safety bills as part of the People First Initiative. The trio of bills will fight overdose related deaths, protect victims of sex trafficking, prosecute...
Nominations Open for First Lady’s Volunteer of the Year Awards
First Lady Rose Dunleavy invites Alaskans to recognize their fellow citizens who have performed extraordinary volunteer service by nominating them for the First Lady’s Volunteer of the Year Awards. The annual awards recognize volunteers who engage in unpaid...
Ronald Reagan Day
WHEREAS, President Ronald Wilson Reagan was a prominent leader who was dedicated to representing American values on a global scale; and WHEREAS, President Reagan, 40th President of the United States, helped reshape national politics with his vision to transform...
Cancer Awareness Day
WHEREAS, the well-being of Alaskans is of the utmost importance, and is greatly enhanced through increased awareness of threats to personal health; and WHEREAS, cancer is the second-leading cause of death worldwide, while in Alaska, cancer has been the leading...
Governor Dunleavy Introduces Postpartum Medicaid Expansion, Adult Home Care Bills
Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy introduced three bills which are components of Alaska's Healthy Families Initiative. HB 59 would allow the extension of postpartum Medicaid coverage from the required 60 days to 12 months. HB 58 would establish an adult home care...
Black History Month
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...
Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
WHEREAS, all Alaskans have the right to healthy and safe relationships, and it is of utmost importance that adequate education about healthy relationships be available to Alaska’s youth, as well as safe shelter for those who are experiencing abuse; and WHEREAS,...
Career and Technical Education Month
WHEREAS, in the Great State of Alaska, we seek 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 knowledge, academic and...
Cathy Munoz Named Acting Labor Department Commissioner
Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy appointed Cathy Munoz acting commissioner of the Alaska Department of Labor and Workforce Development. Commissioner Dr. Tamika Ledbetter submitted her resignation to Governor Dunleavy this morning. Dr. Ledbetter was appointed as...
EPA’s Preemptive Veto Sets Dangerous Precedent
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, (EPA), issued its final 404(c) preemptive veto today on 309 square miles of State-owned land in the Bristol Bay area, including the proposed Pebble project, imposing a blanket prohibition on development and usurping the...
Governor Dunleavy Introduces Carbon Management and Monetization Bills Creating Statutory Structures
Today, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy introduced Senate Bill (SB) 48, SB 49, House Bill (HB) 49, and HB 50, his Carbon Management and Monetization Bill Package, creating statutory and regulatory structures needed to capitalize on carbon markets. The package consists...
Governor Dunleavy Appoints Alaskans to Statewide Broadband Advisory Board
Governor Mike Dunleavy is releasing the roster of Alaskans appointed to his new Statewide Broadband Advisory Board. The board consists of 15 members, including 13 appointed by the Governor and two state legislators selected by the presiding officers. The...
Governor Dunleavy Delivers 5th State of the State Address
This evening, Governor Mike Dunleavy delivered his fifth annual State of the State Address to a joint session of the Alaska State Legislature, outlining his vision and optimism for Alaska’s future. “Our history is always being written, including right now,”...
Governor Dunleavy Introduces Resilient Alaskans in the 2023 State of the State
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy and First Lady Rose Dunleavy are honored to recognize several resilient and hard-working Alaskans during the 2023 State of the State Address. The special guests represent the State of the State this year through their impactful work...
School Choice Week
WHEREAS, all children in Alaska should have access to the highest quality education possible; and WHEREAS, the State of Alaska recognizes that educational opportunities are critical to our state’s future because effective education is a key component in preparing...
Governor Dunleavy Appoints Jude Pate to the Alaska Supreme Court
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today announced the appointment of Judge Jude Pate to the Alaska Supreme Court. Judge Pate was selected from a list of individuals nominated by the Alaska Judicial Council and forwarded on to the Governor. Judge Pate has been an Alaska...
Alaska must act now to capitalize on carbon markets
There has been a renaissance happening in the energy world that’s transformed carbon from a liability into an asset that can be monetized — if one has the ability to manage and store it. No other state, and indeed few other countries, have the resources that Alaska...
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
WHEREAS, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s dream of expanding equality and justice for all helped advance our nation and redirect the conversation about race for generations of Americans; and WHEREAS, born during a time of heightened racial discrimination and...
Governor Dunleavy Names Jen Winkelman Commissioner-designee of Corrections
Governor Mike Dunleavy is proud to announce that he has selected Jen Winkelman to be commissioner-designee for the Alaska Department of Corrections. Winkelman was named acting commissioner last year when Nancy Dahlstrom left the department to run for lieutenant...
Governor Dunleavy Outlines Carbon Management Bill Package
Today, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy outlined his Carbon Management Bill Package, previewing legislation he will introduce, creating statutory and regulatory structures needed to capitalize on the carbon markets. “Shortly, we will introduce our Carbon Management...
Governor Dunleavy Announces the Appointment of Brett Huber, Sr. as the Chair of AOGCC
Today, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy announced the appointment of Brett Huber, Sr. as the Chair of the Alaska Oil and Gas Conservation Commission. Mr. Huber has nearly 30 years of public policy and oil and gas industry experience and will occupy the public seat. ...
Governor Dunleavy Announces Prohibition of TikTok on State Equipment
January 6, 2023 (Anchorage, AK) – Today Governor Mike Dunleavy announced that effective immediately, the use of the social media app TikTok on state equipment is prohibited. In a memo to commissioners and executive staff, the governor citied national security and...
Alaska Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
WHEREAS, protecting the safety and wellbeing of all Alaskans is the first priority and highest calling of the State of Alaska. It is important that all citizens know and understand the duties and responsibilities of their law enforcement officers and agencies; and...
Governor Dunleavy Announces Two Judicial Appointments to the Anchorage Superior Court
January 6, 2023 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today announced two appointees to the Anchorage Superior Court. The judges were selected from a list of individuals nominated by the Alaska Judicial Council and forwarded on to the Governor. Laura...
Mentoring Month
WHEREAS, Alaska’s youth are Alaska’s future, and it is important that we strengthen and challenge their minds through effective mentoring; and WHEREAS, a mentor dedicates time to a young person to help them develop personal strength and reach their full potential...
