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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...
Governor Dunleavy Announces Laura Stidolph as Legislative Director
Governor Mike Dunleavy today announced Laura Stidolph has accepted the position of Legislative Director in his office. Stidolph returns to the Dunleavy Administration after serving as Deputy Legislative Director from 2020 to 2021. “The legislative director’s role...
Governor Appoints Heidi Hedberg Health Commissioner
Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy named Heidi Hedberg to serve as the permanent commissioner of the Alaska Department of Health. Ms. Hedberg was named acting commissioner last month after former Commissioner Adam Crum moved to the Alaska Department of Revenue. “After...
John Boyle Appointed DNR Commissioner
Governor Mike Dunleavy today appointed John Boyle to serve as Commissioner of the Alaska Department of Natural Resources. He replaces acting commissioner Akis Gialopsos. “Commissioner Boyle will serve both the department and Alaskans with distinction, “said...
Moving Alaska Forward – Dunleavy Administration Releases FY24 Budget
Defines Governor Dunleavy's values for second term and beyond Governor Mike Dunleavy’s Fiscal Year 2024 (FY24) budget kicks off his second term in office by charting a new course for Alaska on resource development, energy production, public health and economic...
Governor Dunleavy Receives Alaska Bycatch Review Task Force Report
Today, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy received the final report conducted by the Alaska Bycatch Review Task Force (ABRT), which he formed last November under Administrative Order No. 326. The ABRT studied what impacts bycatch has on fisheries to further recommend...
Governor Dunleavy Announces Annual Holiday Open House
Governor Dunleavy, First Lady Rose Dunleavy, Lt. Governor Nancy Dahlstrom, and Mr. Kit Dahlstrom will host the Holiday Open House in Juneau. Governor Mike Dunleavy and First Lady Rose Dunleavy invite Alaskans to the Governor's Annual Holiday Open House at the...
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
WHEREAS, December 7, 2022, marks the 81st anniversary of the attack on the United States at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii; and WHEREAS, this military assault claimed the lives of over 2,400 American soldiers and citizens and injured over a thousand more, and the resulting...
Governor Dunleavy, Lt. Governor Dahlstrom Take Oath of Office
Governor Dunleavy sworn in to second term as Governor of the State of Alaska Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy and Lieutenant Governor Nancy Dahlstrom took the oath of office alongside their families. The swearing-in ceremony, held in Anchorage at the Alaska Airlines...
State Defends Rights-of-Way in Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve
This week, the State of Alaska advanced Governor Mike Dunleavy’s statehood defense effort by filing a 180-day legal notice of its intent to sue the federal government over 10 State-owned rights-of-way within the Yukon-Charley Rivers National Preserve. Once filed,...
Governor Dunleavy Poised to Sue EPA over Bristol Bay Veto
In comments submitted earlier this year, Governor Mike Dunleavy called on EPA Region 10 to withdraw its proposed action to prohibit the development of the Pebble deposit in the Bristol Bay area. Instead, Region 10 has recommended that EPA finalize it; EPA now has...
