Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Alaska and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by a severe storm, flooding, and landslides on November 20, 2023. Federal funding is available to state, tribal, and eligible local governments…
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Statement from President Joe Biden on Protecting Alaska’s Arctic Lands, Waters, and Wildlife
Alaska’s majestic and rugged lands and waters are among the most remarkable and healthy landscapes in the world, sustaining a vibrant subsistence economy for Alaska Native communities. These natural wonders demand our protection. I am proud that my Administration is taking action to conserve more than 13 million acres in the Western Arctic and to…
President Biden Announces Key Nominees
WASHINGTON – Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to nominate the following individuals to serve as key leaders in his Administration: Sarah Baker, Nominee to be General Counsel, Department of Transportation Sarah Baker currently serves as the Principal Deputy General Counsel of the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT), after previously serving as the Department’s…
Statement from President Joe Biden on Protecting Arctic Lands and Wildlife in Alaska
Alaska is home to many of America’s most breathtaking natural wonders and culturally significant areas. As the climate crisis warms the Arctic more than twice as fast as the rest of the world, we have a responsibility to protect this treasured region for all ages. Canceling all remaining oil and gas leases issued under the…
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. Approves Alaska Disaster Declaration
Today, President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. declared that a major disaster exists in the State of Alaska and ordered Federal assistance to supplement state, tribal, and local recovery efforts in the areas affected by flooding from May 12 to June 3, 2023. The President’s action makes Federal funding available to affected individuals in the Copper…
Arctic Resilience Working Group
Under Executive Order 13689 (“Enhancing Coordination of National Efforts in the Arctic”), the Arctic Executive Steering Committee (AESC) is authorized to “establish subcommittees and working groups, consisting of representatives from relevant agencies, to focus on specific key issues and assist in in carrying out its responsibilities.” Soon after its inception in 2015, the AESC created…
Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at an Investing in America Event in Alaska
Bethel, AK Thank you, Mary. You’ve dedicated your life to lifting up the voices we all need to hear. From Bethel to Washington D.C., you’ve never stopped fighting for all Alaskans. First Lady Dunleavy, I am honored to be here with you. Thank you for welcoming me back to your beautiful state and to Bethel. …
FACT SHEET: Fifth National Climate Assessment Details Impacts of Climate Change on Regions Across the United States
The Fifth National Climate Assessment (NCA5) highlights the ways in which all regions in the United States are currently experiencing harmful impacts of climate change. One of the most direct ways that Americans experience climate change is through increases in the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events. So far this year, the United States…
Statement of President Joe Biden On the Passing of Eugene Peltola, Jr.
Jill and I send our love and prayers to Congresswoman Mary Sattler Peltola on the sudden death of her husband, Eugene “Buzzy” Peltola, Jr., earlier today in a plane accident in Alaska. Back in May, Mary and Buzzy hosted Jill during a visit to a rural high school in their hometown of Bethel, Alaska. On Monday, Mary and their daughter Kaeli joined me during a visit with troops stationed in Anchorage to…
WHAT THEY ARE SAYING: President Biden Protects Lands and Waters
Fulfilling President Biden’s commitment to conserve and restore some of America’s most cherished public lands and waters, over the past week the Biden-Harris Administration announced a series of major actions to advance conservation, combat climate change, honor Tribal Nations, and support local economies. The Administration finalized protections for three unique ecosystems: Tongass National Forest: The…
