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Dunleavy’s Address to Alaska Federation of Natives
October 17, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – Earlier today Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy addressed the Alaska Federation of Natives 2019 Conference in Fairbanks, covering topics of statewide outcomes, public safety, education, Power Cost Equalization, and his...
Governor Applauds USDA Support to Lift Tongass Roadless Rule Exemption
October 15, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – Today Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy praised the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) on the proposed Alaska Roadless Rule exemption for the Tongass National Forest. The draft EIS lists...
Governor Dunleavy Vetoes House Bill 48
October 11, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy today announced that he has vetoed House Bill 48, legislation to reclassify state employees in temporary or special positions and repeal authority given to Commissioners and the Governor to...
? Governor Signs House Bill 126
Governor Michael J. Dunleavy signs House Bill 126, legislation sponsored by the House Tribal Affairs Committee that permanently establishes November as Alaska Native Heritage Month in Alaska. Governor Dunleavy signed HB 126 at the annual Alaska Native Brotherhood...
? Honor Flight Veterans Return to Alaska
Governor Dunleavy welcomed 24 Alaskan veterans back to Alaska after they visited Washington DC to see the monuments and memorials created for the wars that they fought in. The trip was coordinated by the Last Frontier Honor Flight and was given at no cost to the...
Alaska Employ People with Disabilities Week
WHEREAS, Alaska Statute recognizes the first full week of October as Alaska Employ People with Disabilities Week to celebrate and foster the integration of Alaskans with disabilities into our state’s workforce; and WHEREAS, this observance, highlights the talent...
? Governor Tours Anchorage International Airport
Governor Michael J. Dunleavy and Department of Transportation and Public Facilities Deputy Commissioner John Binder toured the Ted Stevens International Airport and viewed first hand the hundreds of millions of dollars of new private investment being spent on new...
? Governor Attends Domestic Violence Awareness Month Events
Governor Michael J. Dunleavy kicked off Domestic Violence Awareness Month by attending two events in Anchorage hosted by the Southcentral Foundation and Abused Women's Aid in Crisis (AWAIC.) In the Governor's Proclamation declaring October Domestic Violence...
Governor Announces Appointment of Jeremy Price to AOGCC
October 1, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy today announced the appointment of Jeremy Price to assume the Public Commissioner seat on the Alaska Oil and Gas Conservation Commission (AOGCC). “Jeremy Price shares my vision for a state that...
Dunleavy Administration Names Acting OMB Director
October 1, 2019 (Anchorage, AK) – Alaska Governor Michael J. Dunleavy today announced Amanda Holland as Acting OMB Director, temporarily filling the position held by former OMB Director Donna Arduin. Holland, who currently serves as OMB Management Director, will...
? 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...
