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? Varney and Company Interview
Governor Michael J. Dunleavy speaks with Stuart Varney on Fox Business Network about the Alaska energy renaissance and Alaska's compliance with the Janus US Supreme Court...
Cybersecurity Awareness Month
WHEREAS, critical infrastructure sectors are increasingly reliant on information systems and technology to support financial services, energy, telecommunications, transportation, utilities, health care, and emergency response systems; and WHEREAS, cybercrime is a...
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 2018, there were 820 residential structure fires reported in Alaska, resulting...
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
WHEREAS, the physical and emotional scars of domestic violence affect men, women, and children across our state in alarming numbers. The victims are robbed of their independence, freedom and security, and face unthinkable threats to their mental and physical...
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
WHEREAS, breast cancer is among the top three incidents of cancer in Alaska; and WHEREAS, one in eight women in the United States will develop breast cancer in her lifetime. Although significantly less common, men are also susceptible to developing breast cancer;...
Careers in Construction Month
WHEREAS, the construction industry is one of the largest in our nation, employing more than seven million individuals in the U.S., and construction professionals play a critical role in Alaska’s economy and development; and WHEREAS, Alaska’s world class system of...
Winter Weather Preparedness Week
WHEREAS, Alaskan winters bring unique beauty and recreational opportunities. As snow and ice blanket the landscape, Alaskans and visitors can enjoy skiing, snowboarding, snow machining, ice skating, and many other activities; and WHEREAS, winter weather in Alaska...
Gold Star Family Day
WHEREAS, military families endure the pain of separation when a loved one is deployed, holding onto hope their family member will return home safely; and WHEREAS, beginning in World War I, families displayed a flag bearing a blue star for each member of the family...
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...
? This Week: 9/23 – 9/27
Governor Dunleavy recorded a video to give an update on the announcements that he made during the week. ➡The appointment of Rep. Josh Revak to fill the Senate District M vacancy ➡The incomplete PFD amount announced this week ➡Discussions surrounding a special...
Governor Appoints Rep. Josh Revak to Senate District M
September 27, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – Today, Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy announced the appointment of Representative Josh Revak to fill the vacancy to Senate District M following the rejection of Representative Laddie Shaw by Senate Republicans on September...
Governor brings Alaska into compliance with US Supreme Court’s Janus ruling
September 26, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – Today Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy announced the implementation of an administrative order to protect the First Amendment rights of State employees by bringing State government into compliance with the 2018 United States...
? Governor Visits Fairbanks
Governor Michael J. Dunleavy visited Fairbanks on Tuesday September 24th. During his trip he spoke to airport executives from across the Northwestern United States, toured the Fairbanks Community Food Bank, and spoke to a board meeting of the Associated Builders...
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...
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...
Governor on Shaw Rejection: Senate Appears to Be Pushing Political Litmus Test on PFD
September 19, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy today shared the following statement after Senate Republicans rejected the confirmation of Representative Laddie Shaw to fill the vacancy to Senate District M: “Today, a majority of Senate...
? Dunleavy Signs Senate Bill 40, Establishes February as Black History Month in Alaska
September 19, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – At a signing ceremony held today at the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Living Memorial in Anchorage, Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy signed into law Senate Bill 40 establishing the month of February each year as Black History...
Governor Announces Appointees to Alaska Railroad Corporation Board and the Alaska Aerospace Corporation Board
Tuesday, September 17, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy today announced his appointees to the Alaska Railroad Corporation Board and the Alaska Aerospace Corporation Board. Governor Dunleavy has appointed Craig Campbell to the Business...
Governor Appoints Attorney Samantha Cherot as New Alaska Public Defender
September 17, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy today announced the appointment of Samantha Cherot as Alaska Public Defender, filling the position vacated in April by Quinlan Steiner. In accordance with AS 18.85.030, Ms. Cherot was selected...
United States Constitution Week
WHEREAS, September 17, 2019, marks the two hundred and thirty-second anniversary of the framing of the Constitution of the United States of America by the Constitutional Convention; and WHEREAS, on this day, we reflect on the magnitude of the relevance and...
Governor Dunleavy Recognizes Patriot Day
Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy has proclaimed today, September 11, 2019, as “Patriot Day” and issued the following remarks:
Patriot Day
WHEREAS, on September 11, 2001, the American people endured the worst terrorist attack on United States soil in the nation’s history, with courage and heroism; and WHEREAS, while the attacks were meant to divide our great nation, we responded by standing together...
Presidential Proclamation on Patriot Day, 2019
NOW, THEREFORE, I, DONALD J. TRUMP, President of the United States of America, do hereby proclaim September 11, 2019, as Patriot Day.
Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day
NOW THEREFORE, I, Michael J. Dunleavy, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim September 9, 2019 as: Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day in Alaska, and encourage all Alaskans to abstain from alcohol consumption throughout the course of pregnancy, and to support pregnant family members, friends, and neighbors in their commitment to protect the next generation.
? An Update on Alaska’s Economy
Unemployment is down, GDP is up, and new investment is coming to Alaska. While a lot of work remains to get Alaska's fiscal house in order, Alaskans have a lot to be optimistic about. Not only is our economy headed in the right direction, we are poised to really...
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month
WHEREAS, Alaska’s children are our most precious resource and their well-being is integral to a bright future for our state; and WHEREAS, childhood cancer is especially tragic and is the number one disease causing the death of children in the United States. It...
Recovery Month
WHEREAS, every day, many Alaskans prove that recovery from alcohol and substance use disorders is possible. At the same time, many more continue to struggle with addiction; and WHEREAS, addiction to alcohol and other drugs can trap anyone, from our neighbors to our...
Governor Dunleavy Appoints Rep. Laddie Shaw to Senate District M
August 30, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy today in a Facebook Live address to Alaskans announced his appointment of Laddie Shaw to Senate District M, formerly held by the late Senator Chris Birch. Representative Laddie Shaw was elected...
? This Week | 8/24 – 8/30
As stated earlier, Governor Dunleavy will be coming directly to Alaskans from time to time with information out of the Governor’s Office. He had a busy week, and has an update on the the following developments: ➡ Wildfire Update ➡ Secretary DeVos’s Alaska...
Governor’s Statement on AG Legal Opinion on Janus
Tuesday, August 27, 2019 (Anchorage) – Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy today issued the following statement on Attorney General Kevin G. Clarkson’s formal opinion on the State of Alaska’s compliance with the United States Supreme Court decision in Janus v....