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Governor Dunleavy Condemns Biden Bureau of Land Management’s Barrage of Anti-Alaska Actions and Announcements

Today Governor Mike Dunleavy condemned the Biden Administration for actions by the Bureau of Land Management that will deprive Alaskans of the opportunity for good-paying jobs and prevent Alaska from upholding its constitutional mandate to develop natural resources...

Apr 19, 2024

Education and Sharing Day

WHEREAS, Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson worked tirelessly to advocate for the values of education, morality, and civic duty throughout his life, and in 1978, the United States Congress validated Rabbi Schneerson’s efforts with the proclamation of Education and...

Apr 19, 2024

Flood Preparedness Week

WHEREAS, spring in Alaska brings the potential for devastating floods caused by ice jams in rivers, coastal storm surges, high precipitation, and rapid thawing of winter snow and ice that endangers lives, property, and community economies along major waterways; and...

Apr 14, 2024

Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

WHEREAS, situations that require the assistance of law enforcement, firefighters, or emergency medical responders can occur at any time; and WHEREAS, when an emergency occurs, the quick response of law enforcement officers, firefighters, and paramedics is critical...

Apr 14, 2024

Statewide Public Opinion Poll Finds Overwhelming Support for Education Reform in Alaska

Today Governor Mike Dunleavy released the results from a statewide public opinion poll on education in Alaska. The poll revealed strong support for increasing education funding, yet as a general approach to improving education outcomes, Alaskans believe that...

Apr 9, 2024

Former Prisoners of War Recognition Day

WHEREAS, for nearly two and a half 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 to ever surrender were captured by...

Apr 9, 2024

The Week of the Young Child

WHEREAS, children are our most precious resource, and the early years of a child’s life are fundamental for social and cognitive development; and WHEREAS, a brighter future for Alaska depends on the quality of early childhood experiences provided to our children...

Apr 6, 2024

Governor Dunleavy Announces Appointees to Board of Fisheries and Board of Game

Governor Mike Dunleavy appointed two Alaskans to fill open seats on the Alaska Board of Game and made one reappointment and one appointment to the Board of Fisheries. All appointments begin on July 1, 2024. Board of Fisheries Marit Carlson-Van Dort has been...

Apr 1, 2024

Child Abuse Prevention Month

WHEREAS, every child is entitled to love, care, security, and protection from abuse, exploitation, and neglect, and we must protect our children’s inalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness; and WHEREAS, child abuse affects millions of...

Apr 1, 2024

Bear Awareness Month

WHEREAS, Alaska is blessed with an abundance of wildlife and the State’s healthy wildlife populations have a significant impact on the Alaskan way of life; and WHEREAS, our State is notably home to all three species of North American bears, including approximately...

Apr 1, 2024

Arab American Heritage Month

WHEREAS, Alaska is comprised of many languages, belief systems, and traditions, and this diversity strengthens the social fabric of our State; and WHEREAS, we respect the heritage and traditions of all cultures in our State and are proud of the assortment of...

Apr 1, 2024

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

WHEREAS, on the 23rd anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, Alaskans are reminded that we must continue to work together to prevent sexual assault and increase public awareness of the support groups that provide resources to survivors and those at risk; and...

Apr 1, 2024

Second Chance Month

WHEREAS, every person is entitled to the inalienable right of being treated with dignity and compassion, and those who have stumbled should be given the opportunity to become contributing members of our Great State once again; and WHEREAS, approximately 70 million...

Apr 1, 2024

National Public Health Week

WHEREAS, the week of April 1-7, 2024, is National Public Health Week, and the theme for the week is “Protecting, Connecting, and Thriving: We Are All Public Health”; each day of the week has a unique theme, and this year’s themes are Civic Engagement, Healthy...

Apr 1, 2024

Month of the Military Child

WHEREAS, many brave Alaskans serve in the United States military, and military members sacrifice time with their families and loved ones to protect the security and freedom of our Great Nation; and WHEREAS, Alaskans recognize and commend the children in our...

Apr 1, 2024

Alaskan Families Want and Deserve Education Reform

If you read the mainstream papers and blogs and spend just a little bit of time on social media these days, you will see, read, and be told that the education sky is falling. The people promoting this narrative might be right, but not just because of funding....

Mar 29, 2024

Vietnam Veterans Day

WHEREAS, throughout the history of our Great State and Nation, countless courageous individuals have bravely answered our Country’s call to patriotic duty; and WHEREAS, the Vietnam War lasted for almost two decades, making it one of the longest military conflicts...

Mar 29, 2024

Governor Dunleavy and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to Kick Off Third Annual Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference

Governor Mike Dunleavy is excited to welcome world-renowned experts, industry leaders, entrepreneurs, investors and researchers from across the energy spectrum to the Dena’ina Civic and Convention Center in Anchorage May 21-23 for the third annual Alaska...

Mar 28, 2024

Great Alaska Good Friday Earthquake Remembrance Day

WHEREAS, emergency preparedness is critical for survival in times of crisis, and as one of the world’s most seismically-active regions, Alaska is highly susceptible to earthquakes; and WHEREAS, of the 20 largest earthquakes in United States history, over half of...

Mar 27, 2024

Tsunami Preparedness Week

WHEREAS, emergency preparedness at State, regional, and local levels is extremely vital for survival in times of crisis; and WHEREAS, Alaska is one of the world’s most seismically active regions and has the most coastline of any U.S. state, and its coastlines...

Mar 24, 2024

Governor Dunleavy has ordered that Alaska and the United States flags fly at half-staff in honor of Former Alaska State Senator Patrick M. Rodey

Governor Dunleavy has ordered that Alaska and the United States flags fly at half-staff immediately Friday, March 15th, to sunset on Saturday, March 16th, in honor of Former Alaska State Senator Patrick M. Rodey who died in Anchorage on Dec. 24, 2023. He was...

Mar 15, 2024

Governor Dunleavy Vetoes SB 140 Due to Lack of Meaningful Education Reforms

This evening Governor Mike Dunleavy vetoed Senate Bill 140 due to its absence of educational reforms that had been offered in previous education bills filed. Tonight, he offered the following statement on his decision. “After a thorough analysis and careful...

Mar 14, 2024

Governor Dunleavy Announces Three New Superior Court Judges

Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy today announced his selections to fill Alaska Superior Court judgeships in Sitka, Bethel and Juneau. The judges were selected from a group of individuals nominated by the Alaska Judicial Council. Governor Dunleavy’s judicial...

Mar 12, 2024

Women in Construction Week

WHEREAS, our Nation has been shaped by the actions of women of every socioeconomic background and women play a role in every field of professional employment, representing a significant portion of the workforce; and WHEREAS, construction professionals play a...

Mar 3, 2024

Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

WHEREAS, developmental disabilities affect more than an estimated 11,600 Alaskan children, adults, and families; and WHEREAS, a developmental disability is a lifelong, chronic mental or physical impairment that manifests itself before a person reaches the age of 22...

Mar 1, 2024

American Red Cross Month

WHEREAS, as one of the Nation’s oldest and most recognized humanitarian organizations, the American Red Cross has long been a symbol of the compassion and selflessness that defines the American way of life; and WHEREAS, the American Red Cross provides care to those...

Mar 1, 2024

Rare Disease and Disorder Day

WHEREAS, a rare disease or disorder is a physical condition that affects fewer than 200,000 people. Approximately 30 million people in the United States and 400 million worldwide are affected by Rare Diseases and Disorders; and WHEREAS, there are many different...

Feb 29, 2024

Alaska Joins the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Council DON’T QUIT Campaign

Today, Governor Dunleavy announced Alaska’s Participation in the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Council DON’T QUIT! Campaign. The NFGFC will deliver a state-of-the-art DON’T QUIT! Fitness Center to three elementary or middle schools. School nominations...

Feb 28, 2024

Governor Dunleavy Holds Press Conference to Address Education Bill and Public Impediment Legislation

Today Governor Mike Dunleavy held a press conference to explain his thoughts on the recently passed education bill SB 140. "We need to fix a couple of things in that bill. We need to make sure that we're addressing the teacher retention issue. We need to make sure...

Feb 27, 2024

Governor Dunleavy Introduces Legislation to Penalize Obstructing Public Access

Today, Governor Mike Dunleavy introduced legislation that addresses concerns related to persons who obstruct access to public places and organizations that encourage and conspire with them. The proposed legislation seeks to enhance public safety by imposing...

Feb 21, 2024

Newsroom - Mike Dunleavy (2024)

Governor Dunleavy Condemns Biden Bureau of Land Management’s Barrage of Anti-Alaska Actions and Announcements

Education and Sharing Day

Flood Preparedness Week

Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

Statewide Public Opinion Poll Finds Overwhelming Support for Education Reform in Alaska

Former Prisoners of War Recognition Day

The Week of the Young Child

Governor Dunleavy Announces Appointees to Board of Fisheries and Board of Game

Child Abuse Prevention Month

Bear Awareness Month

Arab American Heritage Month

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Second Chance Month

National Public Health Week

Month of the Military Child

Alaskan Families Want and Deserve Education Reform

Vietnam Veterans Day

Governor Dunleavy and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith to Kick Off Third Annual Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference

Great Alaska Good Friday Earthquake Remembrance Day

Tsunami Preparedness Week

Governor Dunleavy has ordered that Alaska and the United States flags fly at half-staff in honor of Former Alaska State Senator Patrick M. Rodey

Governor Dunleavy Vetoes SB 140 Due to Lack of Meaningful Education Reforms

Governor Dunleavy Announces Three ﻿New Superior Court Judges

Women in Construction Week

Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month

American Red Cross Month

Rare Disease and Disorder Day

Alaska Joins the National Foundation for Governors’ Fitness Council DON’T QUIT Campaign

Governor Dunleavy Holds Press Conference to Address Education Bill and Public Impediment Legislation

Governor Dunleavy Introduces Legislation to Penalize Obstructing Public Access

Governor Dunleavy Announces Three New Superior Court Judges