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2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.070. Alaska Flag Day.

Alaska Flag Day is established on July 9 of each year to honor the creation of the design of the official flag of the state by Benny Benson and its importance as a symbol of the state. Alaska Flag Day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.072. Alaska Day of Prayer.

The Alaska Day of Prayer is established on the first Thursday in May each year as an opportunity for residents of all faiths to join in united prayer to give thanks for blessings received, to request healing for wounds endured, to ask divine guidance for our leaders, and to bring wholeness to the citizens of our state and our nation.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.074. Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day.

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders Awareness Day is established on September 9 of each year to promote awareness of the fact that there is no known safe level of alcohol consumption during pregnancy, to promote awareness of the effects of prenatal exposure to alcohol, to increase identification of children with fetal alcohol spectrum disorders, and to improve the lives of those affected by fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.075. Family day and family preservation month.

Family Day is established on May 1 of each year to celebrate the institution of the family. The month of May each year is established as Preservation of the Family Month to encourage the preservation of the institution of the family. Family Day and Preservation of the Family Month may be observed by suitable observances by families, such as a family discussion of the role of families, the rights and responsibilities of children and parents, and appropriate methods for the resolution of violent feelings in family conflict, and by exercises by civic groups and the public. In observance of Family Preservation Month, the Department of Family and Community Services shall encourage the prevention of child abuse and neglect in Alaska families.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.076. Prisoners of War and Missing in Action Recognition Days.

(a) Former Prisoners of War Recognition Day is established on April 9 of each year to recognize and honor all former prisoners of war (POWs) from our nation's wars who have returned home. These POWs repeatedly demonstrated their devotion to duty, honor, and country, despite enduring captivity and sometimes brutal treatment by their captors. The governor shall issue a proclamation to commemorate the day, and the POW/MIA flag shall be flown that day at sites identified by the governor. Former POW Recognition Day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
(b) Prisoners of War and Missing in Action Recognition Day is established on the third Friday of September each year to honor all prisoners of war (POWs) and those missing in action (MIAs), unaccounted for from all our nation's wars or who died in captivity. These POWs and MIAs repeatedly demonstrated their devotion to duty, honor, and country, despite enduring captivity and sometimes brutal treatment by their captors. The fate of those unaccounted for and missing in action from our nation's wars causes considerable uncertainty for their families, friends, fellow soldiers, and veterans. This day is also an occasion for Alaskans to remember our country's enormous responsibility to do everything possible to account for those still missing in action. The governor shall issue a proclamation to commemorate the day, and the POW/MIA flag shall be flown that day at sites identified by the governor. POW and MIA Recognition Day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.078. Women Veterans Day.

Women Veterans Day is established on November 9 of each year to acknowledge and commemorate the sacrifices endured and valor displayed by American women veterans and to recognize their increasing role in the military. The governor shall issue a proclamation to commemorate Women Veterans Day. The day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.080. Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day.

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day is established on December 7 of each year to commemorate the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, and to honor the individuals who died as a result of the attack. The governor shall issue a proclamation to commemorate the day and shall direct that the Alaska flag be flown at half-mast on that day. Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.083. Alaska Territorial Guard Day.

Alaska Territorial Guard Day is established on October 18 of each year to acknowledge and commemorate the service of the members of the Alaska Territorial Guard in defense of Alaska and the United States during World War II. The governor shall issue a proclamation to commemorate Alaska Territorial Guard Day. The day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.085. Dutch Harbor Remembrance Day.

Dutch Harbor Remembrance Day is established on June 3 of each year to commemorate the attack on Dutch Harbor on June 3, 1942, and to honor the individuals who died as a result of the attack and those inhabitants of Attu and Kiska who fell into enemy hands three days later and were held captive in Japan until the end of World War II. On Dutch Harbor Remembrance Day the many servicemen who died in 1943 while recapturing Attu and Kiska from the Japanese are also honored for their diligent service to the United States and to the state. The governor shall issue a proclamation to commemorate Dutch Harbor Remembrance Day and shall direct that the Alaska flag be flown at half-mast on that day. The day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.087. Great Alaska Good Friday Earthquake Remembrance Day.

Great Alaska Good Friday Earthquake Remembrance Day is established on March 27 of each year to honor those who died throughout the state in earthquakes, tsunamis, and landslides after the most powerful recorded earthquake in North America, and also to honor those who died attempting to save others. The devastating consequences and efforts of recovery after the 1964 earthquake provided many lessons that should not be forgotten and should be used to develop a safer human environment in the state and to increase public awareness, which is the most cost-effective and critical aspect of preparation for the next earthquake. The governor shall issue a proclamation to commemorate Great Alaska Good Friday Earthquake Remembrance Day and shall direct that the Alaska flag be flown at half-mast on that day. The day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.090. Juneteenth Day.

Juneteenth Day is established on the third Saturday in June each year to commemorate the abolition of slavery throughout the United States and its territories in 1865. The governor shall issue a proclamation to commemorate the day. On Juneteenth Day, citizens of the state are urged to reflect on the suffering endured by early African-Americans and to appreciate the unique freedom and equality enjoyed by all state citizens today.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.092. Alaska History Week.

The first week of March of each year is established as Alaska History Week to celebrate the contributions and experiences that comprise the past development of The Great Land. Alaska History Week may be observed by school assemblies, programs, and other suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.094. Alaska Mining Day.

Alaska Mining Day is established on May 10 of each year to recognize and honor the intrepid individuals and industry that played an enormous role in settling and developing the territory and the state and that continue to contribute to the economy of the state. Mining served as a driving force behind the creation of the Alaska Railroad in the early 20th century, and the ongoing development of the mineral resources of the state, including rare earth minerals, contributes to the security and economy of the state and the nation. Alaska Mining Day may be observed by educational and celebratory events, projects, and activities to increase public awareness of and appreciation for mining and miners in the state and the many uses for the minerals mined in the state.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.095. Drunk Driving Victims Remembrance Day.

Drunk Driving Victims Remembrance Day is established on July 3 of each year to commemorate the victims of drunk driving. The governor shall issue a proclamation to commemorate the day. The day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.098. Avalanche Awareness Month.

The month of November each year is established as Avalanche Awareness Month. Avalanche Awareness Month may be observed by schools, community groups, and other public and private agencies and individuals with appropriate activities that increase the public's awareness of avalanche dangers, how to respond to avalanches, and the use of appropriate equipment in avalanche areas.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.100. Older Alaskans' Day.

The second Wednesday of September of each year is established as Older Alaskans' Day to honor residents of the state who are 60 years of age or older for the many contributions made by older Alaskans to the state. The day may be celebrated by public ceremonies and by quiet appreciation.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.105. Alaska Agriculture Day.

Alaska Agriculture Day is established on the first Tuesday in May each year in order to recognize the many contributions of the agricultural industry in Alaska. Alaska Agriculture Day may be observed by celebratory events, projects, and activities directed at or involving people of all ages to increase their awareness and appreciation of Alaska agriculture and agriculture in general.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.108. Children's Day.

Children's Day is established on the second Sunday of June of each year to honor Alaska children and to promote their value and well-being in our communities. Children's Day may be observed by suitable observances and activities by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.110. Marmot Day.

Marmot Day is established on February 2 of each year. The day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by school programs, the Alaska Zoo, civic groups, and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.118. Motorcycle and Motor Scooter Awareness Month.

The month of May each year is established as Motorcycle and Motor Scooter Awareness Month. Motorcycle and Motor Scooter Awareness Month may be observed by schools, community groups, and other public and private agencies and individuals with appropriate activities that increase the public's awareness of the presence of motorcycles and motor scooters on roads and highways in the state and that remind motor vehicle drivers to be aware of the presence of motorcycles and motor scooters when driving.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.120. Alaska Public Gardens Day.

Alaska Public Gardens Day is established on the Saturday immediately preceding Memorial Day each year to commemorate the state's public gardens and the role the gardens play in promoting environmental stewardship, the economy, a healthy food supply, education, plant conservation, recreation, and research.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.121. Alaska Wild Salmon Day.

(a) Alaska Wild Salmon Day is established on August 10 of each year to celebrate the enormous bounty that the following wild salmon bring to the state every year:
(1) chinook, also known as “king”;
(2) sockeye, also known as “red”;
(3) coho, also known as “silver”;
(4) chum, also known as “dog” or “keta”; and
(5) pink, also known as “humpy.”
(b) Alaska Wild Salmon Day may be observed by educational and celebratory events, projects, and activities.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.125. Alaska National Guard Day.

Alaska National Guard Day is established on July 30 of each year to honor the Alaska National Guard. Alaska National Guard Day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by the Alaska National Guard, civic groups, and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.135. Dr. Walter Soboleff Day.

Dr. Walter Soboleff Day is established on November 14 of each year to honor Dr. Walter Soboleff. Dr. Walter Soboleff Day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.137. Vic Fischer and Jack Coghill Constitution of the State of Alaska Day.

Vic Fischer and Jack Coghill Constitution of the State of Alaska Day is established on April 24 of each year to honor Jack Coghill, Vic Fischer, and the other delegates to the Alaska Constitutional Convention and commemorate the creation of the Constitution of the State of Alaska. Vic Fischer and Jack Coghill Constitution of the State of Alaska Day may be observed at school assemblies and by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.140. Alaska Law Enforcement Officers' Day.

Alaska Law Enforcement Officers' Day is established on January 9 each year to honor law enforcement officers and peace officers. Alaska Law Enforcement Officers' Day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.145. Alaska Firefighters' Day.

Alaska Firefighters' Day is established on the Sunday preceding October 9 each year to honor firefighters in the state. If October 9 falls on a Sunday, then Alaska Firefighters' Day is on October 9. Alaska Firefighters' Day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.150. African American Soldiers' Contribution to Building the Alaska Highway Day.

African American Soldiers' Contribution to Building the Alaska Highway Day is established on October 25 each year, beginning in 2017, the 75th anniversary of completion of the Alaska Highway, to honor the sacrifices made by African American soldiers who built the Alaska Highway. African American Soldiers' Contribution to Building the Alaska Highway Day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.153. Hmong-American Veterans Day.

Hmong-American Veterans Day is established on May 15 of each year to acknowledge and commemorate the military service of Hmong-American men and women. Hmong-American Veterans Day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.157. Alaska Native Heritage Month.

The month of November each year is established as Alaska Native Heritage Month. Alaska Native Heritage Month may be observed by schools, community groups, and other public and private agencies and individuals with appropriate activities to honor and recognize the contributions made by Alaska Natives in the history of this state and the United States.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.160. Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month.

The month of February each year is established as Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month. Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month may be observed by schools, community groups, and other public and private agencies and individuals with appropriate activities that increase the public's awareness of teen dating violence in the state, encourage Alaskans to pursue healthy relationships and learn the signs of teen dating violence, and promote prevention of and action to end teen dating violence.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.162. Ashley Johnson-Barr Day.

Ashley Johnson-Barr Day is established on March 12 of each year to honor Ashley Johnson-Barr. Ashley Johnson-Barr Day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.165. Sobriety Awareness Month.

The month of March each year is established as Sobriety Awareness Month. Sobriety Awareness Month may be observed by schools, community groups, and other public and private agencies and individuals with appropriate activities that increase the public's awareness of prevention and treatment of alcoholism, drug abuse, and misuse of hazardous volatile materials and substances by inhalant abusers.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.170. Patriot Day.

Patriot Day is established on September 11 of each year to commemorate the terrorist attacks on the United States on September 11, 2001, and to honor the individuals who died or were injured in the attacks, the courageous first responders and other individuals who gave their lives to save others during the attacks, and the brave individuals who continue to serve and protect our nation, including military personnel, first responders, and health care providers. The governor shall direct that the Alaska flag be flown at half-mast on that day. Patriot Day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.175. Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day.

Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day is established on June 27 of each year to promote awareness of persons suffering from post-traumatic stress injury and to encourage Alaskans to reach out to those persons to provide support and eliminate the stigma associated with post-traumatic stress injury. Post-Traumatic Stress Injury Awareness Day may be observed by suitable observances and exercises by civic groups and the public.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 2. Designated Days and Months of Honor. › Sec. 44.12.180. Black History Month.

The month of February each year is established as Black History Month. Black History Month may be observed by schools, community groups, and other public and private agencies and individuals with appropriate activities to honor and recognize the contributions that African Americans have made in the history of this state and the United States.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 3. State Agency Office Hours. › Sec. 44.12.200. State agency office hours.

(a) It is the policy of the state that, to the extent practicable, state agency offices that are intended to provide services directly to the public shall schedule the hours of work of their employees so that the offices are open at the times most convenient to the individuals being served and staffed by employees working 40 hours per week. Each office shall review the preferences and needs of its clientele and shall recommend to the commissioner or other executive head of the state agency the most suitable hours of operation for that specific location. Each office shall periodically review its hours of operation.
(b) In this section, “state agency” means a department, institution, board, commission, division, authority, public corporation, committee, or other administrative unit of the executive branch of state government, including the University of Alaska, the Alaska Railroad Corporation, and the Alaska Aerospace Corporation.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 4. Official Language. › Sec. 44.12.310. Official languages.

(a) The English, Inupiaq, Siberian Yupik, Central Alaskan Yup'ik, Alutiiq, Unanga/Cx, Dena'ina, Deg Xinag, Holikachuk, Koyukon, Upper Kuskokwim, Gwich'in, Tanana, Upper Tanana, Tanacross, Hän, Ahtna, Eyak, Tlingit, Haida, and Tsimshian languages are the official languages of the State of Alaska.
(b) The designation of languages other than English as official languages of the state under (a) of this section does not require or place a duty or responsibility on the state or a municipal government to print a document or record or conduct a meeting, assembly, or other government activity in any language other than English.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 4. Official Language. › Sec. 44.12.320. Scope.

The English language is the language to be used by all public agencies in all government functions and actions. The English language shall be used in the preparation of all official public documents and records, including all documents officially compiled, published or recorded by the government.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 4. Official Language. › Sec. 44.12.330. Applicability.

AS 44.12.300 - 44.12.390 apply to the legislative and executive branches of the State of Alaska and all political subdivisions, including all departments, agencies, divisions and instrumentalities of the State, the University of Alaska, all public authorities and corporations, all local governments and departments, agencies, divisions, and instrumentalities of local governments, and all government officers and employees.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 4. Official Language. › Sec. 44.12.340. Exceptions.

(a) The government, as defined in AS 44.12.330, may use a language other than English when necessary for the following purposes:
(1) to communicate health and safety information or when an emergency requires the use of a language other than English;
(2) to teach another language to students proficient in English;
(3) to teach English to students of limited English proficiency;
(4) to promote international relations, trade, commerce, tourism, or sporting events;
(5) to protect the constitutional and legal rights of criminal defendants;
(6) to serve the needs of the judicial system in civil and criminal cases in compliance with court rules and orders;
(7) to investigate criminal activity and protect the rights of crime victims;
(8) to the extent necessary to comply with federal law, including the Native American Languages Act;
(9) to attend or observe religious ceremonies;
(10) to use non-English terms of art, names, phrases, or expressions included as part of communications otherwise in English; and
(11) to communicate orally with constituents by elected public officials and their staffs, if the public official or staff member is already proficient in a language other than English.
(b) An individual may provide testimony or make a statement to the government in a language other than English, if the individual is not an officer or employee of the government, and if the testimony or statement is translated into English and included in the records of the government.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 4. Official Language. › Sec. 44.12.350. Public accountability.

All costs related to the preparation, translation, printing, or recording of documents, records, brochures, pamphlets, flyers, or other material in languages other than English shall be defined as a separate line item in the budget of every governmental agency, department, or office.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 4. Official Language. › Sec. 44.12.360. Non-denial of employment or services.

(a) No governmental entity shall require knowledge of a language other than English as a condition of employment unless the requirements of the position fall within one of the exceptions provided in AS 44.12.340, and facility in another language is a bona fide job qualification required to fulfill a function included within one of the exceptions.
(b) No person may be denied services, assistance, benefits, or facilities, directly or indirectly provided by the government, because that person communicates only in English.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 4. Official Language. › Sec. 44.12.370. Private sector excluded.

AS 44.12.300 - 44.12.390 shall not be construed in any way that infringes upon the rights of persons to use languages other than English in activities or functions conducted solely in the private sector, and the government may not restrict the use of language other than English in such private activities or functions.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 12. Holidays, Agency Office Hours, and Official Language › Article 4. Official Language. › Sec. 44.12.390. Severability.

The provisions of AS 44.12.300 - 44.12.390 are independent and severable, and if any provision of AS 44.12.300 - 44.12.390, or the applicability of any provision to any person or circumstance, shall be held to be invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of AS 44.12.300 - 44.12.390 shall not be affected and shall be given effect to the fullest extent practicable.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 17. Organization and Administration of Departments › Sec. 44.17.005. Offices and departments.

There are in the state government the following principal offices and departments:
(1) Office of the Governor;
(2) Department of Administration;
(3) Department of Law;
(4) Department of Revenue;
(5) Department of Education and Early Development;
(6) Department of Health;
(7) Department of Labor and Workforce Development;
(8) Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development;
(9) Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs;
(10) Department of Natural Resources;
(11) Department of Fish and Game;
(12) Department of Public Safety;
(13) Department of Transportation and Public Facilities;
(14) Department of Environmental Conservation;
(15) Department of Corrections;
(16) Department of Family and Community Services.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 17. Organization and Administration of Departments › Sec. 44.17.030. Regulations.

The principal executive officer of each department may adopt regulations, consistent with law or regulations established by the governor, for
(1) the administration of the department;
(2) the conduct of employees;
(3) the distribution and performance of business; and
(4) the custody, use, and preservation of the records, documents, and property pertaining to department business.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 17. Organization and Administration of Departments › Sec. 44.17.040. Department staffs.

The principal executive officer of each department may establish necessary subordinate positions, make appointments to these positions, and remove persons appointed within the limitations of appropriations and subject to state personnel laws. Each person appointed to a subordinate position established by the principal executive officer is under the supervision, direction, and control of the officer.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 17. Organization and Administration of Departments › Sec. 44.17.050. Continuation of functions.

Each department exercising the functions, powers, and duties of a former department or agency is, for the purpose of succession to all rights, powers, duties, and obligations of the former department or agency, considered a continuation of the former department or agency. If a former agency is referred to by law, contract, or document, the reference is considered to apply to the department now exercising the functions of the former agency.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 17. Organization and Administration of Departments › Sec. 44.17.070. Reorganization by department heads.

Subject to state personnel laws and the approval of the commissioner of administration, the principal executive officer of each department may, in the interest of improved management, abolish unnecessary offices and positions, transfer officers and employees between positions, and change the duties, titles, and compensation of existing offices and positions.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 1. Powers and Duties. › Sec. 44.19.017. International trade.

(a) The Office of the Governor is authorized to foster the growth of
(1) trade between Alaska and foreign countries; and
(2) international trade within the state and administer Alaska foreign offices.
(b) The governor shall maintain foreign offices, including an office located in Tokyo, Japan and Seoul, Republic of Korea. The foreign offices shall serve as outlets for information related to economic development, resources, and trade and as contact points for government and private industry of Alaska and the Pacific Rim nations of Asia and other foreign countries to promote and maintain trade between the state and those countries.
(c) The governor shall staff the foreign offices with persons the governor selects based on their experience, training, and linguistic ability. The governor shall solicit ideas from the legislature regarding desirable staff qualifications and its recommendations of persons to staff the offices. The governor may hire additional personnel as necessary.
(d) The governor shall direct all state agencies, and request the federal government and private industry, to provide necessary reports, brochures, and information requested by the governor.
(e) The governor shall prepare a report annually on the activities and accomplishments of the Office of the Governor under this section and notify the legislature that the report is available.
(f) The expenses of operating the activities of the Office of the Governor under this section, including its foreign offices, shall be included in appropriations made to the Office of the Governor.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 1. Powers and Duties. › Sec. 44.19.020. Duties of the lieutenant governor.

The lieutenant governor shall
(1) administer state election laws;
(2) appoint notaries public;
(3) adopt regulations under AS 44.62 (Administrative Procedure Act) that establish for the broadcasting of notices under AS 44.62.190 and 44.62.310(e) the frequency of the broadcasts, appropriate broadcast times, and the locations for the broadcasts; the regulations must be reasonably calculated to provide the widest possible exposure of the notices.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 1. Powers and Duties. › Sec. 44.19.026. Designation of temporary substitute for lieutenant governor.

The lieutenant governor may designate a head of a principal executive department, or more than one such officer in the alternative, who shall temporarily be custodian of the state seal and perform the authenticating functions of the lieutenant governor during such time as the lieutenant governor succeeds to the office of governor, acts as governor, is absent from the state, or otherwise is not available at the state capital to perform the above authenticating functions. The designation shall be in writing, signed by the lieutenant governor, and filed in the office of the lieutenant governor. The designation is effective until revoked by a later designation executed and filed in the same manner.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 1. Powers and Duties. › Sec. 44.19.027. Emergency assistance transportation.

If the governor determines that public safety or health conditions in an area of the state require emergency assistance, the governor may use state-owned and state-operated transportation facilities, aircraft, vessels of the Alaska marine highway system, or railroad rolling stock of the Alaska Railroad to deliver compassionate aid for distribution to the affected area, including food, water, fuel, clothing, medicine, and other supplies provided by nonprofit organizations.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 1. Powers and Duties. › Sec. 44.19.028. Interim boards.

The governor may establish the interim advisory boards, councils, and commissions the governor considers necessary. The governor may prescribe the functions and authority of interim boards, councils, and commissions and fix the compensation of their members. An interim board, council, or commission remains in existence only until the adjournment of the next regular or reconvened session of the legislature.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 2. Succession. › Sec. 44.19.040. Appointment of successor to lieutenant governor.

After taking an initial term of office, the governor shall appoint, from among the officers who head the principal departments of the state government or otherwise, a person to succeed to the office of lieutenant governor if the office of lieutenant governor becomes vacant. The appointment is subject to confirmation by a majority of the members of the legislature meeting in joint session. The person designated and confirmed is next in line for succession to the office of lieutenant governor, subject to the pleasure of the governor. If the person designated and confirmed is removed from or vacates the appointment, the governor shall appoint a successor subject to confirmation in the same manner as the person initially appointed.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 2. Succession. › Sec. 44.19.042. Succession to office.

If a vacancy occurs in the office of governor and the regularly elected lieutenant governor succeeds to the office of governor as provided by art. III, § 11, of the constitution, or if the office of lieutenant governor otherwise becomes vacant, the person designated as next successor to the office of lieutenant governor as provided in AS 44.19.040 succeeds to the office of lieutenant governor for the remainder of the term vacated, or until a special election is held. When the person appointed under AS 44.19.040 succeeds to the office of lieutenant governor, the governor shall appoint a person to succeed to the office of lieutenant governor in case of a subsequent vacancy.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 2. Succession. › Sec. 44.19.044. Special election in case of second vacancy in office of governor.

If the regularly elected lieutenant governor succeeds to the office of governor as provided in the constitution and thereafter, during the same regular gubernatorial term, the office of governor again becomes vacant, the appointed lieutenant governor succeeds to the office of acting governor until a special election to elect a governor and lieutenant governor is held.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 2. Succession. › Sec. 44.19.046. Simultaneous vacancies.

If vacancies in the office of governor and the office of lieutenant governor occur simultaneously, the person appointed under AS 44.19.040 succeeds directly to the office of acting governor until successors to the respective offices are elected in a special election.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 3. Office of Management and Budget. › Sec. 44.19.144. Powers and duties of the director.

(a) The director shall
(1) supervise and administer the activities of the office;
(2) advise the governor on matters of comprehensive state planning.
(3) [Repealed, § 35 ch 126 SLA 1994.]
(b) The director may
(1) with the written concurrence of the governor, enter into contracts and subcontracts on behalf of the state to carry out the provisions of AS 44.19.141 - 44.19.152; contracting under this paragraph is governed by AS 36.30 (State Procurement Code);
(2) act for the state in the initiation, investigation, evaluation of or participation in any program relative to the stated purpose of AS 44.19.141 - 44.19.152 that may involve more than one government or governmental unit;
(3) on behalf of the state, accept and expend any gifts or grants made to the state with the approval of the governor when the gifts or grants were made for the purposes of furthering the objectives of the office.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 3. Office of Management and Budget. › Sec. 44.19.145. Functions and duties of the office; authority to establish coordinating and advisory planning groups.

(a) The office shall
(1) provide technical assistance to the governor and the legislature in identifying long range goals and objectives for the state and its political subdivisions;
(2) prepare and maintain a state comprehensive development plan;
(3) provide information and assistance to state agencies to aid in governmental coordination and unity in the preparation of agency plans and programs;
(4) review planning within state government as may be necessary for receipt of federal, state, or other funds;
(5) participate with other countries, provinces, states, or subdivisions of them in international or interstate planning, and assist the state's local governments, governmental conferences, and councils in planning and coordinating their activities;
(6) encourage educational and research programs that further state planning and development, and provide administrative and technical services for them;
(7) publish statistical information or other documentary material that will further the provisions and intent of AS 44.19.141 - 44.19.152;
(8) assist the governor and the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development in coordinating state agency activities that have an effect on the solution of local and regional development problems;
(9) serve as a clearinghouse for information, data, and other materials that may be helpful or necessary to federal, state, or local governmental agencies in discharging their respective responsibilities or in obtaining federal or state financial or technical assistance;
(10) review all proposals for the location of capital improvements by any state agency and advise and make recommendations concerning location of these capital improvements;
(11) [Repealed, E.O. No. 106, § 15 (2003).]
(12) conduct internal audits of agencies and programs within the executive branch of state government.
(b) The office shall, in carrying out its functions, consult with local, regional, state, and federal officials, private groups and individuals, and with officials of other countries, provinces, and states, and may hold public hearings to obtain information for the purpose of carrying out the provisions of AS 44.19.141 - 44.19.152.
(c) The governor may establish coordinating or advisory planning groups.
(d) The office shall
(1) coordinate its services and activities with those of other state departments and agencies to the fullest extent possible to avoid duplication;
(2) [Repealed, § 35 ch 126 SLA 1994.]
(3) cooperate with the University of Alaska and other appropriate public and private institutions in research and investigations.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 3. Office of Management and Budget. › Sec. 44.19.147. Internal audit records.

The office shall keep a complete file of internal audit reports resulting from audits conducted under AS 44.19.145(a), and a complete file of the internal audit work papers and other related supportive material. Internal audit work papers and other related supportive material are confidential, and internal audit reports are confidential until released by the governor. However, internal audit work papers and other related supportive material containing information, data, estimates, and statistics obtained during the course of an audit conducted under AS 44.19.145(a) may be kept confidential only to the extent required by law applicable to the agency from which the material is or was obtained.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 4. Alaska Human Relations Commission. › Sec. 44.19.600. Creation of commission; composition.

(a) There is created in the Office of the Governor the Alaska Human Relations Commission.
(b) The commission consists of two executive-branch members and seven public members, appointed by the governor, who serve at the pleasure of the governor.
(c) At least one public member must be a person who manages a household that includes the person's spouse and at least one child and who is not otherwise employed. At least one public member must be under the age of 21 at the time of appointment.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 4. Alaska Human Relations Commission. › Sec. 44.19.602. Appointment; officers.

(a) The members shall be appointed on a nonpartisan and nondiscriminatory basis by the governor. In making the appointments, the governor shall give due consideration to
(1) the recommendations made by civic organizations, women's organizations, educational and vocational groups, employer groups, labor unions, church groups, homemakers' clubs and organizations, and other groups having an interest in the welfare and status of women;
(2) statewide geographical representation of the commission;
(3) minority and low-income representation;
(4) representation of senior citizens, persons with disabilities, and persons from a variety of occupational categories; and
(5) representation of persons with different marital statuses and persons with various numbers of children.
(b) The commission shall elect one of its members as chair. The chair may appoint other officers as necessary.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 4. Alaska Human Relations Commission. › Sec. 44.19.604. Terms of office; compensation.

(a) The term of office of a member of the commission is three years. Terms shall be staggered. A member may not serve more than six consecutive years.
(b) A vacancy shall be filled in the same manner as the original appointment. A person appointed to a vacancy serves for the unexpired portion of a term.
(c) Public members of the commission receive no compensation for their services but are entitled to per diem and travel allowances authorized by law for other boards and commissions.
2023 Alaska Statutes › Title 44. State Government › Chapter 19. Office of the Governor › Article 4. Alaska Human Relations Commission. › Sec. 44.19.606. Meetings.

A majority of the members constitutes a quorum for conducting business and exercising the powers of the commission. The commission shall meet at the call of the chairperson, at the request of the majority of the members, or at a regularly scheduled time as determined by a majority of the members.