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School Choice Week
WHEREAS, all children in Alaska should have access to the highest quality education possible; and WHEREAS, the State of Alaska recognizes the important role that effective education plays in preparing children to be productive, successful adults. Educational...
Governor Dunleavy Recognizes Right to Life Day
January 22, 2021 (Anchorage, AK) –Governor Mike Dunleavy today issued a proclamation declaring January 22, 2021 as “Right to Life Day” in Alaska. WHEREAS, this year marks 48 years since the United States Supreme Court’s decision in Roe v. Wade, and we join with...
Right to Life Day
WHEREAS, this year marks 48 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 mourn promise and futures lost; and WHEREAS, as a state, we must resolve to protect innocent human life at every...
Governor Dunleavy Issues Statement on Biden’s Halt of ANWR Development
January 20, 2021 (Juneau, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy issued a statement on today’s hasty decision of incoming President Joe Biden to halt oil and gas activities in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). The decision follows the historic lease sale...
Governor Dunleavy Appoints Ed Sniffen to Attorney General
January 18, 2021 (Juneau, AK) – Today Governor Mike Dunleavy announced the appointment of Clyde “Ed” Sniffen to the position of Attorney General. Sniffen was named acting Attorney General in August 2020. “Ed Sniffen has a long and proven record of leadership within...
Governor Dunleavy Recognizes Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 18, 2021 (Juneau, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has issued a proclamation declaring January 18, 2021 as “Martin Luther King, Jr. Day” in the State of Alaska. WHEREAS, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s dream of advancing equality and justice for all...
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
WHEREAS, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s dream of advancing equality and justice for all people helped shape our nation and redirect the dialogue about race for future generations of Americans; and WHEREAS, born in 1929, during a time of heightened racial...
Dunleavy Issues Extension of State’s COVID-19 Public Health Disaster Response
January 14, 2021 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today issued a Public Health Disaster Emergency Declaration effective 12:00am, January 15, 2021, until 12:00am February 14, 2021, due to the continuation of the COVID-19 virus in the State of Alaska....
Dunleavy Administration Reopens Two Interior Road Maintenance Stations
(Anchorage, AK) – Governor Mike Dunleavy is proud to announce the reopening of two State of Alaska highway road maintenance stations. The Birch Lake Station located on the Richardson Highway, and the Chitina Station on the Edgerton Highway, will reopen this winter...
Dunleavy Proclaims Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
January 9, 2021 (Palmer, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has proclaimed January 9, 2021 as “Law Enforcement Appreciation Day” and issued the following video message along with a proclamation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3agYKY8JVNY Watch Governor Dunleavy’s...
Law Enforcement Appreciation Day
WHEREAS, the safety and wellbeing of every Alaskan is the first priority and highest calling of the State of Alaska; and WHEREAS, we are honored to stand by Alaska’s dedicated law enforcement professionals who, day after day, safeguard our families and communities,...
Dunleavy Administration Will Appeal U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Decision
January 8, 2021 (Anchorage) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy announced today that the Alaska Department of Law will file an administrative appeal with the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Pacific Ocean Division, over the Alaska District’s decision to...
1/5/2021 Budget Town Hall
Governor Mike Dunleavy held a town hall to answer questions from Alaskans about the FY22 budget and economic recovery plan he has proposed. DHSS Commissioner Adam Crum and Dr. Anne Zink joined the Governor to answer questions about COVID-19 and the state's...
Mentoring Month
WHEREAS, Alaska’s youth are Alaska’s future, and it is important that we strengthen and challenge their minds through effective mentoring; and WHEREAS, a mentor is a reliable presence who dedicates time to a young person to help them develop personal strength and...
12/22/20 Press Briefing
Governor Mike Dunleavy held a press conference to discuss the Administration's plan to reorganize the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services into two new departments. The Governor also provided an update on COVID-19 in Alaska and the state's efforts to...
Governor Dunleavy to reorganize the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services
December 22, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Governor Mike Dunleavy has directed the Alaska Department of Law to draft an executive order reorganizing the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services into two distinct executive branch departments: the Alaska Department...
Dunleavy Directs Reopening of Silvertip Maintenance Station
December 18, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Governor Mike Dunleavy today directed Commissioner John MacKinnon of the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities (DOTPF) to reopen the Silvertip Maintenance Station with equipment, personnel, and resources...
Governor Dunleavy Announces Court of Appeals Appointee
December 18, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Today Governor Mike Dunleavy announced the appointment of Timothy W. Terrell to the Court of Appeals. Mr. Terrell has been an Alaska resident for 49 years and has practiced law for over 29 years. He graduated from the University...
12/15/20 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Mike Dunleavy held a press briefing to provide Alaskans an update on the COVID-19 pandemic in the state. The Governor was joined by members of his public health team, including DHSS Commissioner Crum and Dr. Anne...
Dunleavy Extends State’s COVID-19 Public Health Disaster Response
December 15, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today issued a Public Health Disaster Emergency Declaration effective 12:00am, December 16, 2020, until January 15, 2021, due to the outbreak of the COVID-19 virus in the State of Alaska. The...
Governor Dunleavy will Introduce Legislation to Protect Alaska’s Economy
Anchorage) – Governor Mike Dunleavy announced today his administration will introduce legislation at the start of the 32nd Alaska Legislature that requires state departments and agencies to end existing relationships and partnerships with financial institutions...
FY 2022 Budget Press Briefing
Governor Mike Dunleavy held a press briefing to discuss his budget for Fiscal Year 2022 and plan to stabilize the state's economy. His budget and stabilization plan can be found...
A Path Forward: Governor Dunleavy Introduces Budget to Stabilize Alaska’s Economy
December 11, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today announced his Fiscal Year 2022 (FY22) budget package, A Path Forward, with the goal of stabilizing the state’s economy in the wake of a devastating global pandemic while honoring his commitment...
Governor Dunleavy Issues Statement on Texas Lawsuit
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy announced today that Alaska joined the Texas lawsuit on election integrity. “I agree with the attorney general that the integrity of this election is a critical bedrock principle of our republican form of government,” said Governor...
Governor Dunleavy Plans to Issue Another COVID-19 Public Health Disaster Emergency Declaration
(Anchorage) – Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy announced he will issue another 30 day COVID-19 Public Health Disaster Emergency Declaration for the State of Alaska. The declaration will go into effect on 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, December 16, 2020 and expire at 12:01 a.m....
Governor Dunleavy Looks Back on Second Year in Office
December 7, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today released his second annual Report to Alaska, highlighting accomplishments and shared successes with the people of Alaska. Governor Dunleavy issued the following statement: “Let me first say that...
Governor Dunleavy Proclaims December 7 Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
December 7, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has proclaimed today, December 7, 2020, as “Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day” in Alaska and issued the following remarks: “Reflecting on the loss of human life and the destruction of the Pearl Harbor Base...
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
WHEREAS, December 7, 2020, marks the 79th anniversary of the surprise attack on the United States at Pearl Harbor, Hawaii; and WHEREAS, on this day in 1941, a military assault took place on the U.S. Naval Base at Pearl Harbor, claiming the lives of over 2,400...
Governor Dunleavy Declares 2020 December Southeast Storms a Disaster
December 5, 2020 (Juneau, Alaska) –Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has signed the Disaster Declaration for the storm that caused damage in multiple communities in Southeast Alaska. The Disaster Declaration activates the State of Alaska Public Assistance program which...
Governor Dunleavy, State Emergency Operations are responding to Haines landslides, flooding
Governor Mike Dunleavy and members of his public safety, emergency response and transportation teams are working to provide all necessary assistance to Haines and other Southeast communities following a record-breaking rainstorm that caused widespread flooding and...
