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Governor Signs COVID-19 Health Mandate 014, Allowing Federal Reimbursement
April 13, 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 014 on Non-Congregate Sheltering. The State of Alaska is developing solutions...
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...
4/10 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Mike Dunleavy and Alaska's public health officials provide an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in Alaska. Dr. Robert Onders from the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium also joined to discuss the State's response to COVID-19 in rural...
Dunleavy Announces Suspension of State Regulations
April 10, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today announced the suspension of certain regulations and statutes to provide relief to individuals and businesses impacted by COVID-19. The COVID-19 Disaster Order of Suspension No. 2 Appendix A -...
4/10 Alaska’s Day of Hope and Prayer
Governor Mike Dunleavy hosted Alaska's Day of Prayer and...
Governor Proclaims Alaska’s Day of Prayer and Hope
April 10, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy has proclaimed April 10, 2020 as “Alaska’s Day of Prayer and Hope” during a livestream event with religious and community leaders. The Governor issued the following remarks: “Prayer is a powerful tool...
Alaska’s Day of Prayer and Hope
WHEREAS, the World Health Organization first designated the outbreak of COVID-19 as a Public Health Emergency of International Concern on January 30, 2020 and went on to declare the exponential growth and occurrence of the virus as a pandemic on March 11, 2020; and...
4/9 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Mike Dunleavy and Alaska's public health officials provide an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in our...
Governor Issues Update to COVID-19 Health Mandates
April 9, 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 013, alongside updates to Health Mandates 006, 011, and 012. COVID-19 Health...
Dunleavy Welcomes Trump’s Alaska Disaster Declaration Approval
April 9, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Today, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy welcomes action taken by President Donald J. Trump to approve Alaska’s Disaster Declaration, providing Federal funding to State, tribal, and local recovery efforts for all areas affected by the...
Former Prisoners of War Recognition Day
WHEREAS, the men and women of America’s armed forces remain steadfast, determined, and engaged as they face the enemies of liberty and freedom; and WHEREAS, throughout our nation’s history, our courageous service members have faithfully stepped forward to defend...
? 4/8 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Dunleavy and Dr. Anne Zink provide an update to Alaskans on the COVID-19 outbreak in our...
4/7 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Dunleavy and Alaska public health officials give an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in our...
Governor Issues Update to COVID-19 Health Mandate 005
April 7, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy, with the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) today issued an update to the State of Alaska’s COVID-19 Health Mandate 005 on Elective Medical Procedures in order to preserve staff...
?? FY 2021 Budget Press Briefing
Governor Dunleavy and members of his cabinet hold a press briefing on the FY 2021 State...
Governor Signs FY2021 Budget, Utilizes Federal COVID-19 Funds
April 7, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – On Monday, April 6, Governor Mike Dunleavy signed into law the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 budget, prioritizing public safety, education, state preparedness for natural and public health emergencies, economic development, and holding the...
Governor Calls for Alaska Day of Prayer and Hope
Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy announced April 10, 2020 as Alaska’s Day of Prayer and Hope, an interfaith day of prayer in which Alaskans are called upon to join in prayer and reflection for Alaska in the midst of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic,...
Governor and First Lady Recognize the Passing of Carl Brady
April 6, 2020 (Anchorage) – Governor Mike Dunleavy and First Lady Rose Dunleavy are joining Alaskans in mourning the passing of Carl Brady. “Rose and I want to express our deepest condolences to Carl’s family during this difficult time,” said Governor Dunleavy....
4/6 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Mike Dunleavy and Alaska public health officials give an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in...
Governor Dunleavy Thanks Samaritan’s Purse for Medical Supplies
April 6, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Governor Mike Dunleavy today greeted a Samaritan’s Purse DC-8 aircraft carrying medical supplies from North Carolina to Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport today. Governor Dunleavy made the request to Samaritan’s Purse...
4/3 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy, members of his cabinet, and public health officials give an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in...
Dunleavy Takes Additional Action on Alaska COVID-19 Economic Stabilization Plan
April 3, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today announced new steps taken to advance the Alaska COVID-19 Economic Stabilization Plan. The Governor amended COVID-19 Disaster Order of Suspension No. 2 to include additional suspensions of certain...
Commercial Fishing and Agriculture Bank 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’...
4/2 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Governor Mike Dunleavy and Alaska's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Anne Zink provide an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in...
State of Alaska Unveils COVID-19 Dashboard
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy, with the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) today unveiled the new Alaska COVID-19 Dashboard in an effort to keep the public informed with the latest data available on the coronavirus disease 2019. “Our public...
Governor Dunleavy Issues Statement on RavnAir
April 2, 2020 (Anchorage) – Governor Mike Dunleavy issued this statement following today’s announcement that intrastate air carrier RavnAir will reduce air service. “We want rural Alaskans to know the aviation industry is working cooperatively to ensure essential...
Governor Dunleavy Announces Boards and Commissions Appointments
April 1, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Today, Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy announced the following appointments and reappointments to State of Alaska boards and commissions. Alaska Commission on Postsecondary Education Donn Liston – Eagle River Term: 4/1/2020 – 3/1/2022...
?? 4/1 COVID-19 Press Briefing
Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy, members of his cabinet, and public health officials give an update on the COVID-19 outbreak in...
Governor Extends COVID-19 Health Mandate 002, 003
April 1, 2020 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy, with the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services (DHSS) today issued an extension to the State of Alaska’s COVID-19 Health Mandate 002 on State Libraries, Archives, Museums and Residential...
Bear Awareness Month
WHEREAS, Alaska is blessed with an abundance of wildlife and healthy wildlife populations have a positive impact on the Alaskan way of life; and WHEREAS, our state is notably home to all three species of North American bears, including approximately 100,000 black...
