Alaska State Executive - Governor
Recent News About Alaska State Executive - Governor
Governor Mike Dunleavy: EPA and the Biden Administration Block Alaska’s Rights, Threaten Alaska’s Entire Mining Industry
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The Biden Administration’s latest action under the federal Clean Water Act against the Pebble Project would prevent the project from even having a chance to move through a fair and complete permitting process.
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Appealing to Ninth Circuit to Open Federal Land for Native Vietnam Vets’ Allotments and State Land Selections
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Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy said the State of Alaska will continue to push the U.S. Department of Interior to open 28 million acres of federal land in Alaska for land allotments that are due to Alaska Native Vietnam Veterans and land selections due to the State.
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Kicks Off First Sustainable Energy Conference, Signs Microreactor Bill
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Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy gave opening remarks this morning at the first Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference, a three-day event where some 90 speakers and a total of nearly 500 attendees are meeting to strategize on how to lower energy costs in Alaska
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Mourns the Passing of Former Legislator Glenn Hackney
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Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy and First Lady Rose Dunleavy send their condolences to the family and loved ones of former Alaska legislator Glenn Hackney, who passed away last week.
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Nancy Dahlstrom Steps Down as Corrections Commissioner
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Alaska Department of Corrections Commissioner Nancy Dahlstrom submitted her resignation to Governor Mike Dunleavy yesterday.
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Safe Boating Week
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Alaska offers unlimited outdoor activities on the multitude of available waterways; from kayaking to river rafting, sport fishing to boating, Alaska’s lakes, rivers, and coastline are used for recreation, work, and transportation;
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Issues Statement on PFD Vote
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Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy issued the following statement shortly after the Alaska Senate, by a super-majority vote of 15 out of 20 senators,
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Legislature Confirms Dunleavy Administration Priorities: Reading Bill, Energy Diversification, People First Initiative, Public Safety and More
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The 32nd Session of the Alaska Legislature ended yesterday with the completion of a wide range of Governor Mike Dunleavy’s legislative and policy priorities that will move Alaska towards a more secure and stable future.
Governor Mike Dunleavy: First Lady’s Volunteer of the Year Award Ceremony Honors Eight Alaskans
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Today, First Lady Rose Dunleavy congratulated eight recipients of the First Lady’s Volunteer of the Year Award at the ceremonial luncheon at the Governor’s Residence in Juneau, Alaska.
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Arbor Day
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Arbor Day was first recognized by the State of Alaska in 1966, with the intent “to increase public awareness of the vital importance of the conservation and propagation of trees and forests to the everyday life of the citizens of Alaska
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Peace Officers Memorial Day & Alaska Law Enforcement Week
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In 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation designating May 15 as National Peace Officers Memorial Day, and the week in which it falls as National Police Week.
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Highlights Pompeo, Ritter, Richmond, Edwards Among 80 Speakers at Energy Conference, May 24-26
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Alaska Governor Mike Dunleavy’s upcoming Alaska Sustainable Energy Conference brings together subject matter experts and policymakers to engage in robust conversations about Alaska’s vast sustainable resources
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Alaska Mining Day
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Alaska’s expansive landscapes are known to contain tremendous deposits of gold, silver, lead, zinc, copper, coal, gravel, rare earth minerals, and other critical and strategic minerals which are an essential component of our nation’s economic and national security
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Child Care Provider Appreciation Day
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Children are Alaska’s most valuable asset and the future of our Great State. High quality care, stimulating learning environments, and positive early experiences help prepare them for a bright and successful future
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Nurses Week & School Nurses Day
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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.
Governor Mike Dunleavy: National Day of Prayer
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In 1952, a joint resolution by Congress declared an annual day of prayer, and in 1988 the law was amended, permanently setting the day as the first Thursday in May each year
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Awareness Day
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All Alaskans have the right to safety and justice
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Wildland Fire Prevention and Preparedness Week
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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 enhancing the health of forests and wetland
Governor Mike Dunleavy: AEA, Railbelt Utilities Pursue Kenai Peninsula’s Largest Hydropower Project in 30 Years
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The Alaska Energy Authority (AEA), in partnership with the Railbelt utilities, has filed a license amendment with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission as an initial step in pursuing the Dixon Diversion.
Governor Mike Dunleavy: Agriculture Day
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Agriculture plays an integral role in the success of every civilization, and was instrumental to the settlement of Alaska.