ANCHORAGEā October 25th is African American Soldiers Contribution to Building the Alaska Highway Day, as established by Senate Bill 46 that passed into law in 2017. This monumental accomplishment was achieved with the labor of the African American soldiers, who completed the highway ahead of schedule, despite being subject to substandard conditions and non-functioning equipment.
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Public health leaders predict challenging winter months as Alaska grapples with pandemic
ANCHORAGE ā As Alaskaās daily case totals for COVID-19 continue to break records across the state, a broad cross-section of healthcare experts are voicing concern that the coming weeks and months could strain the stateās healthcare system and test the resolve of Alaskans unless mitigating steps are taken now.
Lawmakers commend new infrastructure at Nome Airport
NOME ā Representative Neal Foster and Senator Donny Olson today lauded the partnership that built a new ramp at the Nome Airport that will help elders and people with disabilities more easily enter and exit small planes.
Lawmakers troubled by voting issues in rural communities
āWe cannot dismiss the fact that this election cycle has been plagued with mishaps and confusionā ANCHORAGE ā Lawmakers who […]
Rep. Matt Claman’s Alaska Matters: Voting Deadlines and Reminders
We will be taking a break from sending regular e-newsletter updates until after the General Election to comply with ethics guidelines for legislative communications during the time leading up to an election.
SUNDAY IS THE DEADLINE to register to vote in the upcoming election!
This Sunday, October 4, is the last day to REGISTER TO VOTE or to UPDATE YOUR VOTER REGISTRATION if you have moved since you last voted. Registering online is easy and takes a few minutes. All that is required is a valid state identification and a computer.
50 Years of PBS
For 50 years, the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS) has been entertaining and educating television viewers across the country. PBS has been especially important in Alaska, where public broadcasting has a long and distinguished history.
Rep. Hannan’s 9/21 Newsletter
I want to remind everyone that the deadline for registering to vote in the general election is 30 days ahead of the first Tuesday in November. That means you need to get in touch with the Division of Elections by October 3.