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Invoking Defense Production Act Contradicts Federal Decisions Delaying Ambler Access
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy issued this statement on the Biden Administration’s use of the Defense Production Act to accelerate critical minerals development. “I'm pleased to see President Biden recently put the Defense Production Act to work to accelerate our...
Governor Dunleavy Submits Federal Infrastructure Bill to Lawmakers
April 4, 2022 (Juneau) – The Dunleavy administration submitted legislation (SB 241 HB 414) to the Alaska Legislature this morning which appropriates the initial funding anticipated to be received by the State of Alaska from the federal Infrastructure Investment and...
National Public Health Week
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...
Commercial Fishing and Agriculture Bank Day
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’...
The Week of the Young Child
WHEREAS, children are our most precious resource. The early years of a child’s life are vital in shaping their learning and development; and WHEREAS, a bright future for Alaska depends on the quality of early childhood experiences provided to our children today. A...
Second Chance Month
WHEREAS, every person is endowed with human dignity and value. Those who have fallen should have the opportunity to become contributing members of our great nation; and WHEREAS, reentering society after incarceration can be a daunting and difficult transition and...
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
WHEREAS, this month marks the 21st anniversary of the first national observation of April as Sexual Assault Awareness Month. In 2000, in an effort to coordinate awareness and prevention efforts, the National Sexual Violence Resource Center and the Resource Sharing...
Child Abuse Prevention Month
WHEREAS, every child is entitled to love, care, security, and protection from abuse, exploitation, and neglect. As Alaskans, we will protect our children’s inalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness; and WHEREAS, child abuse affects millions...
Month of the Military Child
WHEREAS, Alaskans recognize and appreciate the sacrifices made by our servicemen and women who defend our country against all enemies, foreign and domestic; and WHEREAS, children of military families face unique challenges and we appreciate their strength, courage,...
Safe Digging Month
WHEREAS, April marks the start of the spring construction, gardening, and digging season for homeowners, landscapers, and construction companies; and WHEREAS, each year, Alaska’s underground utility infrastructure is jeopardized by unintentional damage by those who...
Vietnam Veterans Day
WHEREAS, throughout the history of our Great State and Nation, countless courageous individuals have bravely answered our Country’s call to patriotic duty; and WHEREAS, the Vietnam War lasted for almost two decades, making it one of the longest military conflicts...
Governor Dunleavy Appoints Alaskans to the Board of Fisheries and Board of Game
Monday, March 28, 2022 (Juneau) – Governor Mike Dunleavy today appointed four Alaskans to fill open seats on the Alaska Board of Game and the Alaska Board of Fisheries, and made one reappointment to the Board of Game. The Governor made three new appointments to the...
Great Alaska Good Friday Earthquake Remembrance Day
WHEREAS, emergency preparedness is extremely vital for survival in times of crisis; and WHEREAS, as one of the world’s most seismically active regions, Alaska is highly vulnerable to earthquakes. Of the 20 largest earthquakes in United States history, 16 of them...
Governor Dunleavy Establishes Alaska 911 Advisory Board
March 24, 2022 (Anchorage) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy issued an Administrative Order Tuesday to establish the Alaska 911 Advisory Board to help improve public safety response across Alaska. This is the first effort to formalize a place for all 911 delivery...
Governor Dunleavy and First Lady Rose Dunleavy Mourn the Passing of Congressman Don Young
Governor Mike Dunleavy and First Lady Rose Dunleavy issued the following statement after learning that Congressman Don Young passed away earlier today. “Congressman Don Young has been a great friend of mine for many years. I am deeply saddened to hear of the...
Dunleavy Administration Issues a Proclamation for Special Election Dates
March 23, 2022 (Anchorage) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has issued a proclamation declaring a vacancy in the Office of the United States Representative and calling for a special election. The special primary shall be held on Saturday, June 11, 2022. The special...
Declaring Vacancy in the Office of United States Representative and Calling for a Special Election
WHEREAS, Don Young was first duly elected to the office of United States Representative for the State of Alaska on March 6, 1973; and WHEREAS, on November 3, 2020, Don Young was re-elected to serve a 25th term as the State of Alaska’s only representative to the...
Governor Dunleavy’s Executive Order to Divide DHSS Becomes Law
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy’s Executive Order 121, to divide the State’s largest department in two, has become law and takes effect July 1. The reorganization of the Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) will create two smaller, more nimble departments...
Tsunami Preparedness Week
WHEREAS, emergency preparedness at state, regional, and local levels is extremely vital for survival in times of crisis; and WHEREAS, Alaska’s coastline contains many communities that are vulnerable to tsunamis generated by earthquakes and unstable slopes and is...
Governor Dunleavy and First Lady Rose Dunleavy Mourn the Passing of Congressman Don Young
Governor Mike Dunleavy and First Lady Rose Dunleavy issued the following statement after learning that Congressman Don Young passed away earlier today. “Congressman Don Young has been a great friend of mine for many years. I am deeply saddened to hear of the...
Governor Dunleavy Prioritizes PFD and Savings with Projected $3.6 Billion Increase in Revenue Forecast
Unexpected oil revenue to the State has created a projected $3.6 billion increase to the revenue forecast over this year and the next, according to the Alaska Department of Revenue’s Spring 2022 Revenue Forecast released today. Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy...
Governor Dunleavy Issues Statement on Federal Suspension of Ambler Road Right-of-Way
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy issued this statement on the suspension of the right-of-way for the Ambler Access Project. “In February, the Department of Interior reopened an environmental impact statement for the Ambler Access Project that had undergone seven years...
Giving Alaskans a Break at the Pump by Suspending Motor Fuel Taxes
Responding to soaring fuel prices, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy seeks to give Alaskans a break at the pump by suspending State motor fuel taxes until next June. This morning, Governor Dunleavy asked the Alaska House of Representatives to consider his amendment to...
High Energy Costs Drive up Inflation, Call for Domestic Oil
As rising energy costs continue to drive up inflation, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy calls, again, upon President Joe Biden to offer Americans relief by removing the federal roadblocks to domestic oil and gas production.“A gallon of gas in Anaktuvuk Pass is $9.95....
Dunleavy Administration Announces New Board and Commission Appointments
The Dunleavy Administration today announced the appointment of Alaskans to various State boards and commissions, and to a federal council.The appointments are:Alaska Commission for Human RightsMae Marsh – FairbanksTerm: 2/24/2022 - 3/1/2025Lonzo Henderson –...
Governor Dunleavy Appoints Doty to Ketchikan Superior Court
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has appointed Daniel Doty as a Ketchikan Superior Court Judge. Doty was selected from individuals nominated by the Alaska Judicial Council.Doty is an assistant U.S. attorney in Fairbanks. He has been an Alaska resident for more than 14...
Governor Dunleavy Calls for Alaska Pressure on Putin
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy directed State agencies to divest from Russia and called on Alaska residents to end all business with Russia to add to the global pressure on Russian President Vladimir Putin and his war against the Ukrainian people. Governor Dunleavy...
Women in Construction Week
WHEREAS, our Nation has been shaped by the actions of women of every race, class and ethnic background. Women play a critical economic, cultural and social role in every arena, representing a significant portion of the workforce; and WHEREAS, construction...
Disasters Occur in Alaska Every 90 Days, Hear from the Team Who Mitigate Them on FirstHand
In this age of earthquakes and pandemic it may be no surprise that Bryan Fisher, director of the Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and his team have been in non-stop activation mode since 2018. But the Alaska scale of disasters that...
Governor Dunleavy Adds to the Pressure on Putin to Retreat
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy issued this list of actions and requests for actions to pressure Vladimir Putin to end his war.“As a response to President Vladimir Putin’s war on Ukraine, we all need to do our part to support countries and people who believe in...
