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Governor Parnell Mourns the Loss of Soldier
November 6, 2009, Anchorage, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell offered his condolences to the family and friends of Specialist Julian L. Berisford, who died Wednesday in Paktika Province, Afghanistan.
Gov. Defends State’s Mine Permitting Process
November 6, 2009, Anchorage, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell today defended the state’s system of regulating and permitting mines, saying the misuse of the Endangered Species Act and proposed changes to federal mining laws threaten mineral exploration and development in the state.
Parnell Urges Retention of Roadless Exemption
November 6, 2009, Anchorage, Alaska – Recognizing the use of federal land is critical to responsible development in Alaska, Governor Parnell has urged the two multiple-use land management agencies in Alaska, the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM), to limit restrictions.
Flags Lowered in Honor of Fort Hood Victims
November 6, 2009, Anchorage, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell has ordered state flags to be lowered to half-staff today in honor and memory of the shooting victims at Fort Hood. President Obama has ordered flags at the White House and other federal agencies to be flown at half-staff until Veterans Day.
Governor Declares Disaster for Kodiak Storms
November 6, 2009, Anchorage, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell has declared a state disaster related to the 2009 Kodiak Island storm. The state will fund eligible emergency-response costs, eligible permanent repair work, and long-term solutions for the landslide and road erosion damage from the storms.
Parnell Appoints Two to Alaska Railroad Board
November 5, 2009, Anchorage, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell today announced the appointment of Linda Leary and Jon Cook to the Alaska Railroad Corporation’s board of directors.
First 100 Days of Parnell Administration
November 4, 2009, Anchorage, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell marked his 100th day in office as the state’s chief executive by reaffirming his commitment to growing Alaska’s economy and strengthening families.
Pfiffner Appointed to Superior Court
October 29, 2009, Anchorage, Alaska – Governor Sean Parnell today appointed Frank Pfiffner to the Anchorage Superior Court.
Gov Orders Flags Lowered for Fallen Marine
October 27, 2009, Anchorage, Alaska – Governor Parnell today ordered state flags to be lowered to half-staff in honor and memory of Corporal Gregory M. W. Fleury, who died in a helicopter crash Monday in Afghanistan.
Governor Invites Military to Call Alaska Home
October 26, 2009, Anchorage, Alaska – Inspired by the 75,000 military veterans who live in Alaska, Governor Sean Parnell urged members of the armed services stationed in the state to consider staying permanently after their discharge.
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