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Historic Step Forward in Enforcement of Tribal Court Protective Orders
The Alaska Department of Public Safety in Partnership with the Alaska Department of Law, Alaska Tribal leaders, Alaska Native Justice Center, and RurAL CAP have made a significant and historic step forward in addressing public safety and improving protections for...
Governor Dunleavy Delivers Fourth Address to Alaska Federation of Natives
Governor Mike Dunleavy today delivered his fourth annual speech at the 2022 Alaska Federation of Natives Convention (AFN) in Anchorage. His address highlighted his vision for Alaska, the resiliency of rural Alaska, and the importance of working together for the...
Governor and First Lady Award Stebbins Resident with Shirley Demientieff Award
Governor Mike Dunleavy and the First Lady of Alaska awarded Daisy Lockwood of Stebbins with the annual Shirley Demientieff award today at the Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) Convention. “Rose and I are deeply honored to continue the tradition of presenting the...
Lights On After School Day
WHEREAS, the health, safety, and education of all Alaska’s children is essential to the happiness, success, and well-being of Alaska’s families and communities; and WHEREAS, Alaska’s youth can have enriched academic careers when they are provided an array of...
Alaska Day
WHEREAS, on October 18, 1867, Alaska officially became a United States Territory after the formal transfer from Russia; and WHEREAS, the United States purchased Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million in March of 1867, although the formal transfer did not officially...
Alaska Territorial Guard Day
WHEREAS, the service of the Alaska Territorial Guard (ATG) in the protection of Alaska during World War II represents service above self that is a hallmark of the Alaskan spirit; and WHEREAS, following the attack on Pearl Harbor, December 7, 1941, Alaska...
Governor Dunleavy to Introduce Bill Cracking Down on Illicit Fentanyl, Drug Dealers
Governor Mike Dunleavy today announced that he will present the Legislature with a crime bill next session to target the fentanyl crisis in Alaska. Earlier this year, Governor Dunleavy tasked his Administration with developing strategies to protect Alaskans from...
Governor Dunleavy Announces Judicial Appointment to the Ketchikan District Court
Governor Mike Dunleavy announced that Kristian Pickrell was appointed to the Ketchikan District Court. Mr. Pickrell has been an Alaska resident for 24½ years and has practiced law for 17 years. He graduated from Ohio State University Moritz College of Law in 2004...
New University of Alaska Research Demonstrates Potential for North Slope Heavy Oil Production
Joint public-private partnership is yielding promising results New research conducted by the Institute for Northern Engineering’s Petroleum Development Lab at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, demonstrates the potential for commercial production of the estimated...
Governor Dunleavy, Commissioners Return from Second Trip to Western Alaska
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy returned yesterday from a follow-up trip to communities heavily impacted by the Western Alaska storm, the remnants of Typhoon Merbok. Governor Dunleavy and his team, including Alaska Department of Transportation (DOT) Commissioner Ryan...
Alaska Employ People with Disabilities Week
WHEREAS, Alaska Statute recognizes the first full week of October as Alaska Employ People with Disabilities Week to celebrate and foster the integration of Alaskans with disabilities into our State’s workforce; and WHEREAS, this observance, highlights the talent...
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
WHEREAS, all Alaskans deserve to be safe in their homes and communities. Domestic Violence is widespread and devastating to many Alaskan families, and it is crucial that we combat these crimes; and WHEREAS, the physical and emotional scars of domestic violence...
Alaska Manufacturing Day
WHEREAS, craftsmanship and ingenuity is imbedded in the legacy of the Last Frontier and has helped shape our Great State into what it is today; and WHEREAS, Alaska’s staggering size, natural beauty, vast resources, and strategic location are the envy of the nation....
Pedestrian Safety Month
WHEREAS, Alaska’s road and trail networks provide some of the most breathtaking views in the world, making Alaska an excellent location for travel via bicycles and walking; and WHEREAS, biking and walking are healthy and environmentally-friendly transportation...
Careers in Construction Month
WHEREAS, the construction industry is one of the largest in our nation, employing more than five million individuals in the U.S., and construction professionals play a critical role in Alaska’s economy and development; and WHEREAS, Alaska’s world class system of...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month
WHEREAS, Alaska enters a new expansion of broadband to secure access for all Alaskans as critical infrastructure sectors expand reliance on information systems and technology to support financial services, energy, telecommunications, transportation, utilities,...
Fire Prevention Month
WHEREAS, fire safety and prevention are of utmost importance for every Alaskan. Each year, fires cause devastating personal injury and property loss throughout our State; and WHEREAS, in 2021, there were 829 residential structures fires reported in Alaska,...
Chiropractic Health Month
WHEREAS, keeping Alaskan families and communities healthy is of utmost importance and directly impacts the success of our Great State as a whole. It is paramount for the safety and well-being of Alaskans to have access to a variety of treatment options; and...
Governor Dunleavy Establishes Office of Energy Innovation
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today signed Administrative Order No. 340 creating the Office of Energy Innovation to address the evolving energy needs of Alaska. The A.O. is issued amid recent destabilizing global events that have illustrated the importance of...
Alaska Clean Energy Week
WHEREAS, clean and renewable energy is part of Alaska’s energy infrastructure and future. It includes generation from renewable sources such as wind, solar, hydro, tidal, biomass, and geothermal sources, but it also includes nuclear, natural gas, and carbon capture...
Winter Weather Preparedness Week
WHEREAS, Alaskan winters bring unique beauty and recreational opportunities. As snow and ice cover the landscape, Alaskans and visitors can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snow machining, ice skating, and many other activities; and WHEREAS, winter weather in Alaska...
Hunting and Fishing Day
WHEREAS, Alaska is abundant in diverse wildlife and its vast and expansive landscape provides bountiful resources; and WHEREAS, from big game hunting to sport fishing, Alaska’s hunting and fishing heritage is essential to the State’s economic and social well-being...
Governor Dunleavy, U.S. Representative Peltola, and FEMA Administrator Criswell Host Press Conference on Western Alaska Storm Response
Governor Mike Dunleavy was joined by U.S. Representative Mary Peltola and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Administrator Deanne Criswell to discuss the federal and state response to the storm damage in western Alaska. “Thank you to Administrator Criswell...
Governor Dunleavy Concludes Trips to Regions Affected by the September 2022 Western Alaska Storm
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy returned Wednesday from a three-day trip to communities heavily impacted by the Western Alaska storm, the remnants of Typhoon Merbok. “I am truly grateful for every Alaskan who stepped in to help their neighbors in a time of...
Governor Dunleavy Establishes Recreational Marijuana Task Force
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today issued Administrative Order No. 339 to establish the Governor’s Advisory Task Force on Recreational Marijuana (Task Force). The purpose of the Task Force is to review the current marijuana tax and fee structures, and regulations...
Governor Mike Dunleavy Requests Federal Assistance for 2022 September Storm
Governor Mike Dunleavy has requested a federal disaster declaration for the 2022 September West Coast Storm. “We must first recognize the outstanding job local and tribal leaders did to prepare their communities for this storm. I have no doubts their effort saved...
Governor Dunleavy Prepares Federal Disaster Declaration Request
Governor Mike Dunleavy will request a Federal Disaster Declaration for the 2022 September storm currently impacting the west coast of Alaska. The damage assessment is now taking place with the State, local governments, regional entities, and Federal Emergency...
Forensic Science Week
WHEREAS, quality forensic science plays a vital role in investigating crimes, from exonerating the innocent to identifying the guilty; and WHEREAS, forensic science plays a critical role in public outreach and crime prevention, and is evolving in its role as an...
Alaska Adult Education and Family Literacy Week
WHEREAS, all Alaskans deserve access to opportunities to gain the academic, technical, and employability skills necessary to lead prosperous and productive lives; and WHEREAS, Alaska Adult Education and Literacy programs have been serving Alaskans since 1942 with...
Governor Dunleavy Issues Disaster Declaration for Storm Hitting Western Alaska
Governor Mike Dunleavy issued a disaster declaration for the 2022 September storm currently impacting the west coast of Alaska. The disaster declaration activates the State Emergency Operations Plan, bringing together a statewide coordinated response to communities...
