Dunleavy’s Address to Alaska Federation of Natives October 17, 2019 October 17, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – Earlier today Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy addressed the Alaska Federation of Natives 2019 Conference in Fairbanks, covering topics of statewide outcomes, public safety, education, Power Cost Equalization, and his commitment to Alaskans. Key excerpts from Governor Dunleavy’s address to AFN. A full transcript can be read here. We […]
Address to Alaska Federation of Natives 2019 Convention October 17, 2019 *As prepared for delivery* Thank you, AFN, and everyone here today for allowing me to say a few words. It’s truly an honor to be here. I want to start by taking a moment to recognize all of our Veterans here in the room. Please, let’s take a moment to honor the Alaska native veterans […]
Governor Applauds USDA Support to Lift Tongass Roadless Rule Exemption October 15, 2019 October 15, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – Today Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy praised the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) on the proposed Alaska Roadless Rule exemption for the Tongass National Forest. The draft EIS lists six potential options and selects Alternative 6, a full exemption of the Tongass National Forest from […]
Governor Dunleavy Vetoes House Bill 48 October 11, 2019 October 11, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy today announced that he has vetoed House Bill 48, legislation to reclassify state employees in temporary or special positions and repeal authority given to Commissioners and the Governor to authorize higher pay for certain positions. Governor Dunleavy shared the following statement: “Reaching this decision […]
📷 Governor Signs House Bill 126 October 10, 2019 Governor Michael J. Dunleavy signs House Bill 126, legislation sponsored by the House Tribal Affairs Committee that permanently establishes November as Alaska Native Heritage Month in Alaska. Governor Dunleavy signed HB 126 at the annual Alaska Native Brotherhood and Alaska Native Sisterhood Grand Camp in Anchorage.