Legislature(2001 - 2002)
2001-01-17 House Journal
Full Journal pdf2001-01-17 House Journal Page 0113 HB 72 HOUSE BILL NO. 72 by the House Rules Committee by request of the Governor, entitled: 2001-01-17 House Journal Page 0114 "An Act relating to an assistant adjutant general for national missile defense in the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs." was read the first time and referred to the House Special Committee on Military and Veterans' Affairs and the State Affairs and Finance Committees. The following fiscal note(s) apply: 1. Fiscal, Dept. of Military & Veterans' Affairs The Governor's transmittal letter dated January 15, 2001, appears below: "Dear Speaker Porter: This bill I am transmitting establishes the position of assistant adjutant general for national missile defense in the Department of Military and Veterans' Affairs to represent the state in matters pertaining to the development and deployment of the national missile defense program. This position would be federally financed and authorized for as long as the federal government is developing and deploying the national missile defense program in this state and is financing the position, which is expected for at least three years. The position would be filled by the adjutant general with the concurrence of the governor. In order for the state to thoroughly participate in the national missile defense program as it involves Alaska, I urge your prompt and favorable action on this measure. Sincerely, /s/ Tony Knowles Governor"