Today in 1782, the bald eagle was chosen as the national symbol on the Great Seal of the United States. Today, we honor the symbol of American strength and spirit! πΊπΈπ¦
Commemorating the date in 1777 when the Continental Congress approved the design for the first national flag, Flag Day is celebrated on June 14th every year. Waving high and proud, Old Glory still stands strong! πΊπΈ
Today we honor the courage and sacrifice of those who stormed the beaches of Normandy on D-Day 81 years ago. Their bravery turned the tide of World War II and shaped the course of history πΊπΈ
Completed on this day in 1977, the Trans-Alaska Pipeline (TAPS) stretches across 800 miles of rugged Alaskan terrain. It has now been fueling America for nearly 50 years!
Watch Senator Mike Shower's floor speech about the importance of the U.S. honoring its commitment to protect people in distant lands who help our military. #akleg
Watch Senator Shelley Hughes voice her support for allowing emergency medical personnel to perform CPR on rescue dogs without fear of liability. #akleg
Watch Senator Mike Cronk's floor speech today about why a resolution supporting the Port MacKenzie Rail Extension is important for Interior Alaska. #akleg
Today, the Alaska Senate joined the state House in unanimously wishing the U.S. Marine Corps a happy 250th birthday. Watch Air Force veteran Senator Mike Showerβs remarks on the Senate floor. #akleg
Bills to watch as the 34th Legislature gets to the end of the first session. Add SB 64, the eletions bill, to the list. It is on the House floor today. #akleg