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Tourism Industry Update
Governor Dunleavy held a press briefing to provide an update on Alaska's efforts to safely bring back tourists to the state in...
4/16/21 Tourism Industry Update
Governor Dunleavy held a press briefing to provide an update on Alaska's efforts to safely bring back tourists to the state in...
Dunleavy Announces Proposal for Use of Federal American Rescue Plan Act Funds
April 16, 2021 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today released his proposal for use of $1.02 billion federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARP) funds directed to the State for discretionary COVID-19 recovery efforts. The ARP, passed by Congress and...
Dunleavy Unveils Alaska Tourism Marketing and Aid Package
April 16, 2021 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today announced an Alaska tourism aid package, including a robust national marketing plan, as the state’s annual $4.5 billion tourism economy is in jeopardy. The announcement was made in a press...
Governor Dunleavy Orders Investigation into Unauthorized Sharing of DHSS Information
April 15, 2021 (Anchorage, AK) – Governor Mike Dunleavy today directed the Alaska Department of Law to investigate a potential violation of law after a group of Alaskans were contacted by individuals working on behalf of the Municipality of Anchorage about COVID-19...
State of Alaska Intervenes in Willow Project Lawsuit
April 15, 2021 (Anchorage, AK) – Today, the State of Alaska asked the U.S. District Court in Anchorage for permission to participate in a lawsuit to defend the Bureau of Land Management’s (BLM) approval of the Willow Project. The Willow Project would be located in...
Flood Preparedness Week
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...
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...
4/9/21 Tourism Industry Press Briefing
Governor Dunleavy held a press briefing in Juneau to discuss the State's tourism marketing campaign for...
Governor Dunleavy Announces Forthcoming Tourism Aid Initiative
April 9, 2021 (Juneau, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today announced a forthcoming initiative to aid our impacted tourism, hospitality, and ancillary businesses in a press conference with local business owners at Wings Airways Hangar in Juneau. The governor’s...
Dunleavy Introduces Alaska Energy Independence Act
April 9, 2021 (Juneau, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today introduced the Alaska Energy Independence Act (SB 123, HB 170) establishing a tried and true method to spur sustainable energy development. The bill creates the Alaska Energy Independence Fund through...
Former Prisoners of War Recognition Day
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...
Report to White House: Alaska Economy Devastated by CDC Decision on Cruise Ships
April 8, 2021 (Juneau, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today sent the State of Alaska’s Impacts to Alaska from 2020/2021 Cruise Ship Season Cancellation report to the White House, detailing the economic impacts and attributing a $3 billion gross state product...
Governor Dunleavy Thanks NOAA for Committing to Rebuild Port Facility in Ketchikan
April 7, 2021 (Anchorage, AK) – Today Governor Mike Dunleavy thanked NOAA for their commitment to rebuild the Ketchikan port facilities needed to house the NOAA ship Fairweather. The $19 million project will allow the hydrographic survey ship to permanently return...
4/6/21 Public Safety Update Press Briefing
Governor Dunleavy held a press briefing in Kenai, Alaska where he announced his new Commissioner of Public...
Governor Dunleavy Commits FY23 Funding for Silvertip Maintenance Station
April 6, 2021 (Kenai, AK) – At a press conference in Kenai this morning, Governor Mike Dunleavy announced he will continue to support future funding for the Silvertip Maintenance Station on the Kenai Peninsula during next year’s FY23 budget cycle. The Governor’s...
Governor Dunleavy Names Jim Cockrell Commissioner of Public Safety
April 6, 2021 (Kenai, AK) – Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy announced he has appointed James “Jim” Cockrell as Commissioner for the Department of Public Safety and will submit his name for confirmation to the Alaska Legislature immediately. “Public Safety and...
Governor Dunleavy Announces Two Judicial Appointments
April 5, 2021 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today announced two judicial appointees to the superior and district courts in Fairbanks. The judges were selected from a group of individuals nominated by the Alaska Judicial Council. Maria Pia L. Bahr...
Governor Dunleavy Recognizes National Public Health Week
April 5, 2021 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has proclaimed April 5 - April 11, 2021, as “National Public Health Week” in Alaska. WHEREAS, the week of April 5-11, 2021, is National Public Health Week, and the theme is “Building Bridges to Better...
National Public Health Week
WHEREAS, the week of April 5-11, 2021, is National Public Health Week, and the theme is “Building Bridges to Better Health”; providing a reminder to create opportunities to enhance the foundation of our well-being by educating the public, policy makers, and...
Commercial Fishing and Agriculture 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’...
A Proclamation on Honoring United States Capitol Police Officers
As a sign of respect for the service and sacrifice of the victims of the attack at the United States Capitol on Friday, April 2, by the authority vested in me as President of the United States by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, I hereby order that the flag of the United States shall be flown at half-staff at the White House and upon 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, April 6, 2021. I also direct that the flag shall be flown at half-staff for the same length of time at all United States embassies, legations, consular offices, and other facilities abroad, including all military facilities and naval vessels and stations.
Alaska Upholds Second Amendment Right to Bear Arms
April 2, 2021 (Juneau, AK) – The Second Amendment right to bear arms is important to millions of Americans and is fundamental to Alaskans. As such, the State of Alaska is supporting legal efforts that uphold robust Second Amendment rights. Alaska is prepared to...
Alaska Continues to Lead Nation in Vaccination Rates
(Juneau, AK) – Alaska’s vaccination effort continues to be one of the best in the nation. Nearly one-in-three Alaskans (253,240 people) have received their first shot while more than one-in-five (177,827 people) are fully vaccinated. Vaccination coverage is highest...
Governor Dunleavy Recognizes Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April 1, 2021 (Juneau, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has proclaimed April as “Sexual Assault Awareness Month” in Alaska and issued the following video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XFPSLvKMjCQ Click here, or above, to watch Governor Dunleavy’s video...
Month of the Military Child
WHEREAS, Alaskans 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 and sacrifice as they...
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...
Sexual Assault Awareness Month
WHEREAS, this month marks the 20th 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...
Alaska Granted Motion to Join Defense of Salmon Fisheries in Southeast
March 31, 2021 (Juneau, AK) - The State of Alaska’s motion to intervene in a federal case that would threaten Southeast Alaska’s salmon fisheries was granted by the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington on Tuesday. The Wild Fish Conservancy, a...
Alaska’s Congressional Delegation Supports Governor’s Move to Exert Control Over State Land and Waters
March 31, 2021 (Juneau, AK) – Alaska’s Congressional Delegation issued the following statements in support of Governor Mike Dunleavy’s move to exert control over Alaska lands and waters. "I know Alaskans to be responsible stewards of our precious environment, which...
