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Wildland Fire Prevention and Preparedness Week
WHEREAS, public and firefighter safety is the first priority in all wildland fire management activities within our State, and agencies and organizations in Alaska share common goals to provide protection and reduce loss of life and property while preserving and...
National Firefighters Memorial Day
The Presidential Proclamation can be read here: https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2024/05/03/a-proclamation-on-national-fallen-firefighters-memorial-weekend-2024/
National Day of Prayer
WHEREAS, in 1952, a joint resolution by Congress declared an annual day of prayer, and in 1988, the law was amended to permanently set the day as the first Thursday in May each year; and WHEREAS, faith has played a significant role in American history, inspiring...
Elks National Youth Week
WHEREAS, it is our duty to guide, inspire, and encourage our youth to go forth and serve America by becoming productive citizens; and WHEREAS, to achieve this worthy objective, we must demonstrate our understanding of the dreams and aspirations of our young people,...
Alaska Bike Month
WHEREAS, Alaska offers breathtaking scenery for biking and recreation on a multitude of roads and trails; and WHEREAS, established in 1956 and sponsored by the League of American Bicyclists, May is National Bike Month and is celebrated in communities across the...
Water Safety Month
WHEREAS, Alaska is renowned for the beautiful lakes, rivers, and thousands of miles of coastline that provide Alaskans and visitors alike a wide variety of water-related activities to enjoy as part of the unique outdoor experience that life in the Last Frontier...
Motorcycle and Motor Scooter Awareness Month
WHEREAS, Alaska’s road systems provide some of the most beautiful 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 to obtain a...
Mental Health Awareness Month
WHEREAS, mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being and affects how we think, feel, and act, as well as how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices ; and WHEREAS, four percent of adults today live with a variety of...
Foster Parent Appreciation Month
WHEREAS, children are Alaska’s most precious resource, and every child deserves a safe, loving, and stable home where they can grow, learn, and play; and WHEREAS, children in our communities who must be temporarily removed from their home to address their physical...
Building Safety Month
WHEREAS, Alaskans are committed to recognizing that our growth and strength depends on the safety and effectiveness of our homes, buildings, and infrastructure, in everyday life and when disasters strike; and WHEREAS, our confidence in the resilience of these...
Aviation Appreciation Month
WHEREAS, aviation is an essential part of the Alaskan way of life because eighty-two percent of Alaska’s communities are inaccessible by road and they rely heavily on aviation for commerce, transportation, emergency medical services, shipment of essential goods,...
Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
WHEREAS, nearly 86,000 persons who trace their roots to Asia and the Pacific Islands make their home in Alaska; and WHEREAS, the languages, beliefs, and traditions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders enrich our communities and our State; and WHEREAS, we...
Older Americans Month
WHEREAS, Alaskan seniors, who numbered 156,832 in 2023, representing 21 percent of the State’s total population , have strengthened and enriched our communities through their diverse life experiences, social engagement, and valued contributions; and WHEREAS,...
Alaska Native Plant Month
WHEREAS, native plants are indigenous species that occur naturally in particular geographic regions, ecosystems, and habitats; and WHEREAS, native plants support healthy, diverse, and sustainable communities and ecosystems and are critical for purifying air,...
Small Business Week
WHEREAS, America’s success is driven by pioneers who think big, take risks, and work hard, and in Alaska, we recognize that our small business sector is one of the greatest strengths of our prosperous State; and WHEREAS, from mom-and-pop shops to high-tech startups...
Governor Dunleavy Announces Power Panel at the Third Annual Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference
Governor Mike Dunleavy welcomes a high-level presentation and panel The Wyoming Case Study: Attracting Investment in Advanced Nuclear Power on Thursday, May 23 at the Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference. Wyoming has been at the forefront of spearheading...
Governor Dunleavy Proposes Tax Relief for Alaska Agriculture and Timber Businesses
Today Governor Mike Dunleavy introduced legislation to support Alaska's agriculture and timber industries. HB 399 / SB 265 reduces the tax burden of businesses in the agriculture and timber industry in Alaska. The bill exempts certain agriculture and timber...
Crime Victims’ Rights Week
WHEREAS, throughout our country, millions of people of all ages and from all cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds are victimized by crime each year; and WHEREAS, those who have fallen victim to crime are not always identified or open about their experiences, and...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...