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Governor Dunleavy Challenges New WOTUS Definition
– Governor Mike Dunleavy challenged the proposed new definition of WOTUS, Waters of the United States, in comments submitted to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) this week. The Biden Administration is...
Governor Dunleavy Introduces Legislation Addressing Crime in Alaska
Today, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy introduced three bills, a portion of the People First Initiative, intended to address several public safety issues in Alaska. The three pieces of legislation focus on statutory changes in sex trafficking, victim protection, and...
Governor Dunleavy Mourns the Passing of Former Alaska Legislator Johnny Ellis
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy and First Lady Rose Dunleavy mourn the loss of former Alaska State Senator Johnny Ellis who represented Anchorage. The former legislator passed away on February 9, 2022. “My family offers our sincerest condolences to the family and...
Governor Dunleavy Mourns the Passing of Former Alaska Legislator Johnny Ellis
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy and First Lady Rose Dunleavy mourn the loss of former Alaska State Senator Johnny Ellis who represented Anchorage. The former legislator passed away on February 9, 2022.“My family offers our sincerest condolences to the family and...
First Lady Opens Nomination Period for 2022 Volunteer Awards
Alaska First Lady Rose Dunleavy today opened the nomination period for the 2022 First Lady’s Volunteer Awards. The annual awards, started in 1975 by First Lady Bella Hammond, recognize and pay tribute to exceptional volunteers who have made an extraordinary...
Dunleavy Administration Announces New Board and Commission Appointments
January 12, 2022 (Anchorage) – The Dunleavy Administration today announced the appointment of Alaskans to various State of Alaska and federal boards and commissions. Advisory Board on Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Kara Nelson – WasillaTerm: 1/4/2022 – 7/1/2023Kathleen...
Governor Dunleavy Establishes Alaska Food Security and Independence Task Force
Today Governor Mike Dunleavy issued Administrative Order 331 establishing the Alaska Food Security and Independence Task Force. Alaska currently imports 95 percent of its food supplies at a cost of $2 billion per year. The global pandemic triggered supply chain...
Governor Dunleavy Applauds Manufacturing Entrepreneurs
Feb. 7, 2022 (Palmer) – Today, at an industrial manufacturing shop in Palmer, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy celebrated the work of Alaskan entrepreneurs who are manufacturing and exporting innovative medical, commercial, and industrial products from Alaska.“These...
Ronald Reagan Day
WHEREAS, President Ronald Wilson Reagan was a prominent leader who was dedicated to representing American values on the national and global scale; andWHEREAS, President Reagan was a unique blend of great charisma and integrity. He reshaped national politics with...
Governor Dunleavy Recognizes the Passing of Former Legislator Martin Moore Sr.
February 3, 2022 (Anchorage) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy and First Lady Rose Dunleavy are extending their deepest sympathies to the loved ones and friends of former State legislator Martin Moore Sr., who passed away this morning.“My family and I wish to extend...
Governor Dunleavy Introduces Legislation Setting Renewable Energy Standards Benchmarks will prepare Railbelt for energy independence
Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy introduced his second bill from a package of energy legislation intended to promote energy independence, long-term cost reductions, and competitive markets in both urban and rural Alaska.House Bill 301 and Senate Bill 179 will allow...
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; andWHEREAS, cancer is the second-leading cause of death worldwide, while in Alaska, cancer has been the leading cause...
Governor Dunleavy Introduces Legislation Creating Energy Independence for Alaska Microreactor technology promises clean, safe energy
February 1, 2022 (Juneau) - Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy introduced the first bill in a package of energy legislation intended to promote energy independence, long-term cost reductions, and competitive markets in both urban and rural Alaska.Senate Bill 177 will...
Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
WHEREAS, all Alaskans have the right to experience a healthy and safe relationship, free of abuse; 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...
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...
Dunleavy Administration Appoints Alaskans to Boards and Commissions
January 31, 2022 (Juneau) - Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy announced today he is appointing and reappointing 17 Alaskans to various State of Alaska boards and commissions.Alaska Labor Relations AgencyPaula Harrison – Anchorage (reappointed)Term: 3/1/2022 -...
Governor Dunleavy Highlights Competitive Strength of AK LNG in Report
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy points to the merits of a new independent analysis on the Alaska LNG project, which estimates that the pricing of Alaska’s liquefied natural gas project would be lower than pricing for other U.S. projects that are competing for the...
Supreme Court Decision Forces Biden Administration To Withdraw Broad Employer Vaccine Mandate States Warn Against Seeking Narrower Rule
Alaska and the coalition of states’ victory at the U.S. Supreme Court against the federal vaccine mandate for large employers has forced OSHA to permanently withdraw that rule. “Alaskan employers, businesses, and individuals can count on my administration to fight...
Governor Dunleavy Joins Suit to Defend National Guard Members’ Medical Freedom
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has joined Texas in federal court to stop the federal government from requiring National Guard members to obtain COVID-19 vaccines as a condition of their service to the state of Alaska and its people.Governor Dunleavy and Texas...
Governor Dunleavy Addresses Alaskans in Fourth State of the State
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy addressed Alaskans and the Legislature tonight in his fourth State of the State speech, expressing a positive vision for Alaska’s future by working together. He delivered his speech before members of the Senate and House, in person, in...
Governor Dunleavy Introduces Five Inspirational Alaskans in the 2022 State of the State
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy and First Lady Rose Dunleavy are honored to recognize five outstanding Alaskans during the 2022 State of the State Address. The five special guests exemplify the heart of Alaska through their hard work and determination.“Each of our...
Biden Administration Loses Another Round in Federal Court on Vaccine Mandates
A federal judge in Texas today ordered a halt to the Biden Administration’s vaccine mandate for federal workers in yet another setback to the federal government’s improper actions to force COVID-19 vaccinations upon millions of American workers.The decision by U.S....
Alaska School Choice Week
WHEREAS, all Alaskan children should have access to the highest quality education possible; andWHEREAS, the State of Alaska recognizes the important role that effective education plays in preparing children to be productive and successful adults. Educational...
Right to Life Day
WHEREAS, this year marks 49 years since the United States Supreme Court’s decision in Roe v. Wade, and we join with many in our nation and our state to grieve promise and futures lost; andWHEREAS, as a state, we must resolve to protect innocent human life at every...
Governor’s Budget Gives Single Largest Increase to Public Safety in some 30 years
Jan. 10, 2022, (Anchorage) – Assigning more troopers to communities in Alaska is a goal of Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy and James Cockrell, the Commissioner of Public Safety. Seventeen new positions for State Troopers and 10 for Village Public Safety Officers are...
Governor Dunleavy Discusses Budget, Legislative Session, COVID-19 on Latest Podcast Episode
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy released a new episode of his podcast, An Update from the 3rd Floor, marking the first day of the 2022 Legislative Session. Governor Dunleavy alongside the host, Dave Stieren, discuss the Fiscal Year 2023 budget, 2022 Legislative...
Governor Dunleavy Issues a Statement about the Beginning of Session
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy released the following statement about the beginning of session:“Tomorrow marks the first day of Legislative Session. I’m glad that we are all here to focus on improving Alaskans’ lives. Let’s keep our constituents’ needs in mind over...
Governor Dunleavy Selects Julie Sande for Commissioner of Commerce, Community and Economic Development
January 14, 2022 (Anchorage) – Governor Mike Dunleavy today selected Julie Sande as the new commissioner of the Alaska Department of Commerce, Community and Economic Development. Sande was most recently executive director of the Pioneer Home in Ketchikan. She...
Governor Dunleavy Announces Completed Land Exchange in Southeast Alaska
January 14, 2022 (Anchorage) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy announced that the State’s land exchange between the federal government and the Alaska Mental Health Trust Authority (AMHTA) was successfully signed yesterday. The land exchange will directly benefit the...
Governor Dunleavy issues Disaster Declaration for 2022 Southeast Storms Declaration ensures coordinated response and comprehensive recovery
January 13, 2022 (Anchorage) — Governor Mike Dunleavy issued a Disaster Declaration for the January 11, 2022 Southeast Alaska Storm, which activated emergency response options and the state’s Public Assistance disaster recovery program.“As Governor my...
