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Alaska Day

Alaska Day

WHEREAS, on October 18, 1867, Alaska officially became a United States Territory after the formal transfer from Russia; and WHEREAS, the United States purchased Alaska from Russia for $7.2 million in March of 1867, however the formal transfer did not officially...

Fire Prevention Month

Fire Prevention Month

WHEREAS, fire safety and prevention are of utmost importance for every Alaskan. Each year, fires cause devastating personal injury and property loss throughout our state; and WHEREAS, in 2019, there were 893 residential structures fires reported in Alaska,...

Hunting and Fishing Day

Hunting and Fishing Day

WHEREAS, Alaska’s hunting and fishing heritage is essential to the state’s economic and social well-being, and is deeply embedded in the spirit and history of the people who live here; and WHEREAS, Alaska sets a positive example of wildlife management for the rest...

Employ Older Workers Week

Employ Older Workers Week

WHEREAS, older workers play an increasingly important role in maintaining Alaska’s economy and leadership in the global marketplace, adding depth in perspective, social networks, and talent; and WHEREAS, seniors represent a growing percentage of the state’s...

Forensic Science Week

Forensic Science Week

WHEREAS, forensic science is a vital public service; and WHEREAS, access to quality forensic analysis dramatically improves the investigation of criminal activity, leading to the exoneration of the innocent and the prosecution of the guilty; and WHEREAS, forensic...

Presidential Proclamation on the Death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Presidential Proclamation on the Death of Ruth Bader Ginsburg

As a mark of respect for Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Associate Justice of the United States, I hereby order, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the United States of America, including section 7 of title 4, United States Code, that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and on all public buildings and grounds, at all military posts and naval stations, and on all naval vessels of the Federal Government in the District of Columbia and throughout the United States and its Territories and possessions until sunset, on the day of interment. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same period at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.

POW/MIA Recognition Day

POW/MIA Recognition Day

WHEREAS, throughout American history, generations of military servicemen and women have embodied devotion and patriotism by sacrificing their own personal safety to protect our country, our people, and our freedom; and WHEREAS, too many of these brave patriots were...

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