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5/6 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Dunleavy, Commissioner Crum and Dr. Anne Zink gave an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in Alaska. Governor Dunleavy also announced Phase 2 of the Reopen Alaska Responsibly...
Nurses Week
WHEREAS, nurses are a critical part of health care in Alaska, and the men and women who choose this field of work are devoted, professional, and expertly trained. They bring compassion, understanding, and comfort to patients while using their advanced medical...
5/4 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Dunleavy and members of his administration provided an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in Alaska, and discussed the CARES Act funding distribution...
Correctional Officers Week
WHEREAS, Correctional Officers are trained law enforcement professionals dedicated to maintaining safe and secure correctional facilities and ensuring public safety; and WHEREAS, the duties of Correctional Officers include the supervision, care, and rehabilitation...
5/1 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Mike Dunleavy was joined by Dr. Anne Zink to provide an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in Alaska. The Governor also gave an overview of the revised CARES Act funding plan submitted to the Legislature...
Governor Dunleavy Submits Revised CARES Act Funding Distribution Plan
(Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today submitted a revised plan for the equitable distribution of the Federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act funding, which brings over $1.5 billion of relief to the State, to the...
Foster Parent Appreciation Month
WHEREAS, every child deserves a safe, loving, and stable home in which to grow, learn, and play; and WHEREAS, many children in our communities are in crisis and must be temporarily removed from their homes to ensure that the child’s physical and emotional needs are...
Older Americans Month
WHEREAS, the State of Alaska is home to a growing number of older Americans who enrich communities through their wealth of knowledge, wisdom, and vast experiences; and WHEREAS, Alaska’s older people are esteemed members of our society, and their wealth of...
Building Safety Month
WHEREAS, Alaskans are committed to recognizing that our growth and strength depends on the safety and economic value of the homes, buildings and infrastructure that serve our citizens, both in everyday life and in times of natural disaster; and WHEREAS, our...
Motorcycle and Motor Scooter Awareness Month
WHEREAS, Alaska’s many road systems provide some of the most breathtaking views in the world, making Alaska an excellent location for motorcycle and motor scooter use; and WHEREAS, many registered motorcyclists who undergo extensive training and testing in order to...
Water Safety Month
WHEREAS, Alaska is known for its beautiful lakes, rivers, and thousands of miles of coastline and Alaskans thrive in, and appreciate, the unique outdoor opportunities life in the Last Frontier provides; and WHEREAS, residents and visitors enjoy endless...
Aviation Appreciation Month
WHEREAS, aviation is an integral and essential part of the Alaskan way of life. Eighty-two percent of Alaska’s communities are inaccessible by road and rely heavily on aviation to provide all-season access for commerce, transportation, emergency medical services,...
We can Reopen Alaska Responsibly
Late on a cold Tuesday in January, a plane evacuating 201 Americans from Wuhan, China landed in Anchorage. Each passenger was screened for COVID-19 and sent on their way to California. No one was talking about a global pandemic. Just a week prior, the World Health...
4/29 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Dunleavy and members of his administration gave an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in...
4/27 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Dunleavy and Dr. Zink provided an update to Alaskans on both the health and economic response to COVID-19 in the state. U.S. Senators Sullivan and Murkowski also joined to discuss the federal government's response to the...
Governor Issues Further Guidance on COVID-19 Health Mandate 16
April 24, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy, with the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services today issued further guidance on the State of Alaska’s 16th COVID-19 Health Mandate, Phase I of the Reopen Alaska Responsibly Plan. COVID-19...
4/24 COVID Press Briefing
Governor Dunleavy and members of his administration discuss the COVID-19 outbreak in Alaska and continued efforts to responsibly reopen Alaska's...
Governor Issues COVID-19 Health Mandate 17
April 23, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy, with the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services today issued the State of Alaska’s 17th COVID-19 Health Mandate on Protective Measures for Independent Commercial Fishing Vessels, along with...
4/23 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Dunleavy and Alaska's public health officials give an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in the state. Governor Dunleavy rolled out details on his plan to reopen further segments of Alaska's...
Governor Issues COVID-19 Health Mandate 16
(Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy, with the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services today issued the State of Alaska’s 16th COVID-19 Health Mandate, the first in a series to responsibly reopen Alaska. COVID-19 Health Mandate 016, Phase I of...
4/22 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Dunlevy and members of his administration provided an update to Alaskans on the COVID-19 outbreak and measures being taken to reopen the state's...
Governor Unveils Path to Reopening Alaskan Economy
(Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today unveiled Phase One of the State’s approach to reopening segments of the Alaskan economy. Beginning Friday, April 24, 2020, the following businesses and industries may reopen, following rigorous health and safety...
4/21 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Mike Dunleavy and Alaska's public health officials rolled out their plan to begin reopening the state's economy during the COVID-19...
4/20 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Dunleavy and members of his administration discuss Alaska's status during the COVID-19 outbreak and ways to reopen the state's...
Crime Victims’ Rights Week
NOW THEREFORE, I, Mike Dunleavy, GOVERNOR OF THE STATE OF ALASKA, do hereby proclaim April 19 – 25, 2020 as: Crime Victims’ Rights Week in Alaska, and encourage all Alaskans to join in making Alaska the safest in the country, and do our part to ensure victims of crime are supported, protected, and given proper assistance to heal as they look toward a hopeful future.
4/17 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Dunleavy, members of his cabinet and Dr. Anne Zink provide an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in...
4/16 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Mike Dunleavy and Alaska's public health officials provide an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in the...
4/15 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Mike Dunleavy, members of his administration and Alaska's public health officials provide an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in the...
Governor Issues COVID-19 Health Mandate 015
April 15, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy with the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) today issued the State of Alaska’s COVID-19 Health Mandate 015 on Services by Health Care Providers. COVID-19 Health Mandate 015...
Governor Dunleavy Announces Judicial Appointment
(Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today announced the appointment of Adolf Zeman to the Anchorage Superior Court. Mr. Zeman was selected from a group of individuals nominated by the Alaska Judicial Council to fill the seat of retiring Judge Michael L....
