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WHEREAS, America’s success has been driven by pioneers who think big, take risks, and work hard. In Alaska, we recognize that our small business sector is one of the greatest strengths of our prosperous state; and WHEREAS, from the storefront shops that anchor Main...

WHEREAS, it is our responsibility to guide, inspire and encourage our youth, to go forth and to serve America, our privilege to manifest a lively interest in all their activities and ambitions, and help them become productive citizens; and WHEREAS, to achieve this...

WHEREAS, Alaska is renowned for its beautiful lakes, rivers, and thousands of miles of coastline, all providing a wide variety of water-related activities for Alaskans and visitors to enjoy the unique outdoor opportunities life in the Last Frontier provides; and...

WHEREAS, public servants play a critical role in providing and supporting the framework within which Alaska’s schools, businesses, and communities can thrive; and WHEREAS, Alaska is home to thousands of Federal, State and local public servants who work tirelessly...

WHEREAS, Alaskans are committed to overseeing and maintaining the safety and economic value of the homes, buildings, and infrastructure that serve our citizens in everyday life and in times of natural disaster; and WHEREAS, our confidence in the resilience of these...

WHEREAS, aviation is an essential part of the Alaskan way of life. Eighty-two percent of Alaska’s communities are inaccessible by road and rely heavily on aviation to provide access for commerce, transportation, emergency medical services, shipment of essential...

WHEREAS, Alaska has a rich cultural history which includes the values of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders; and WHEREAS, the cultural diversity of our communities is made up of many languages, beliefs, and traditions which strengthen the social fabric of our...

WHEREAS, one in 25 adults today live with a variety of mental health disorders and illnesses such as major depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, autism spectrum disorders, and a growing number of other debilitating behavioral health conditions; and WHEREAS,...

WHEREAS, Alaska’s extensive road systems provide some of the most beautiful views in the world, making Alaska an ideal location for motorcycle and motor scooter use; and WHEREAS, many registered motorcyclists, who undergo extensive training and testing in order to...

WHEREAS, the children of Alaska are our most precious resource and every child deserves a safe, loving, and stable home in which to grow, learn, and play; and WHEREAS, foster parents, including kinship caregivers, face immense challenges, and display selfless...

WHEREAS, on April 28, 2022 the State of Israel and Jewish people around the world will commemorate Yom Hashoah, Holocaust Remembrance Day. WHEREAS, we must never forget the horrific events of the Holocaust and must teach them to our children and never forget the...

WHEREAS, Denim Day was created in April 1999, as a symbol of protest in response to an Italian high court decision to overturn a rape conviction because the victim was wearing tight denim pants; and WHEREAS, Denim Day is intended to draw attention to the fact that...

WHEREAS, throughout our country, millions of people of all ages, and from all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds, find themselves victimized by crime each year; and WHEREAS, those who have fallen victim to crime are not always identified or open about their...

WHEREAS, for more than two centuries, men and women in the United States Armed Forces have served our nation with courage, honor, devotion, and sacrifice; and WHEREAS, on this day in 1942, the largest number of Americans were captured during World War II’s Conquest...

WHEREAS, Spring in Alaska brings the potential for devastating floods caused by ice jams in rivers, coastal storm surging, high precipitation, and rapid thawing of winter snow and ice threatening lives, property, and community economies along major waterways; and...

WHEREAS, the week of April 4-10, 2022, is National Public Health Week, and the theme is “Public Health is Where You Are”; providing a reminder that being supported and included within our social communities has a positive effect on our mental and physical...

WHEREAS, since territorial days, commercial fishing has been, and continues to be, a vital aspect of Alaska’s economy; and WHEREAS, following statehood, Alaska’s government quickly took on the role of regulating fisheries, protecting rural Alaska residents’...