HOUSE
CARL GATTO
23rd-27th Legislature (2003 -2012)
District: 13
Party: Republican
2003-2012 Representative
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Date/Place of Birth:
December 29, 1937
New York, New York
Residency in Alaska:
1968 - present
Occupation:
Paramedic/Fire Officer, Anchorage Fire Department
Family:
Wife - Cathy (school nurse)
Children - Kip, Antonia, Samantha, Gabriel
Education:
Northern Arizona University, Flagstaff, AZ
- M.S. Biology
Brooklyn Polytech, Brooklyn, New York
- B.A. Mechanical Engineering
University of California, San Jose, CA
- B.A. Physical Science
- B.A. Biology
- Teacher Certification: High School and Special Education
University of Alaska, Anchorage, AK
- A.A. Paramedicine
- Fire Instructor I, II, III
Brooklyn Tech High School, Brooklyn, New York
Military:
General Electric Company Development of Military Jet Engines
Alaska State House of Representatives:
Chair, Military & Veterans’ Affairs: 2009 - present
Chair, Special Committee on Education: 2003 - 2004
Co-Chair, Resources Committee: 2007 - 2008
Co-Chair, Transportation Committee: 2005 - 2006
Vice-Chair, Health, Education & Social Services Committee: 2003 - 2004
Vice-Chair, Labor & Commerce Committee: 2004
Vice-Chair: State Affairs Committee: 2005 - 2006
Education & Early Development Committee: 2003 - 2006
Ethics Committee: 2007 - present
Health, Education & Social Services: 2005 - 2006
Judiciary Committee: 2009 - present
Legislative Council Committee: 2005 - 2006
Labor & Commerce Committee: 2003, 2007 - 2008
Regulatory Review Committee: 2009 - present
Resources Committee: 2003 - 2006
State Affairs Committee: 2009 - present
Finance Subcommittees:
- Education & Early Development: 2003 - 2006
- Military & Veterans’ Affairs: 2003 - 2006
- Public Safety: 2003 - 2004
- Revenue: 2005 - 2006
Chair, Mat-Su Valley Caucus
Other Political and Government Positions:
National:
NCSL Committee on Agriculture and Rural Development
NCSL Committee on Education
NCSL Committee on Legislative Effectiveness
ECS - Education Commission of the States
CSG, Energy & Environment Committee
State Agriculture & Rural Leaders (SARL) Board
Energy Council
State/Local:
Commander, Civil Air Patrol
Commissioner, Alaska Commission on Post Secondary Education
Council on Education of Military Children
Vice-President Matanuska-Susitna School Board
Valley Hospital Board of Trustees
Matanuska-Susitna Parks & Recreation Board
Road Service Area Supervisor
Business and Professional Positions:
Former Military Jet Engineer
Irrigation Engineer
Former High School Science Teacher
Paramedic/Firefighter
Service Organizations and Community Involvement:
Race Director for various walks and runs
Valley Hospital Association
Basketball Coach
Soccer Assistant Coach
Cross-Country Team Photographer
Church Outreach Counselor, Yukon River Trips, International Trips for teens
Palmer Chamber of Commerce
Wasilla Chamber of Commerce
Other Information:
Conservative Patriots Group
Sportsman’s Caucus
Patrick Henry Caucus
Heartland Institute
Awards
- Defender of Democracy 2004
- Frontiersman's Most Trusted Elected Official 2006
- Ag Legislator of the Year 2007
Special Interests:
Family, Triathlons, Hunting, Fishing, School Sports, Private Pilot/Flying, Charity Walks/Races
Legislative Service:
Legislative Service:
| Bill | Short Title | Prime Sponsor(s) | Current Status | Status Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMEND AMT OF BASE STUDENT ALLOCATION | REPRESENTATIVE GATTO |
(H) EDC | 01/20/2009 | ||
| BIRTH CERTIFICATE FOR STILLBIRTH | REPRESENTATIVE GATTO |
CHAPTER 8 SLA 09 | 05/01/2009 | ||
| INTERPRETATION OF OIL & GAS LEASE | REPRESENTATIVES GRUENBERG, SEATON, CISSNA, TUCK, PETERSEN, GUTTENBERG, GATTO |
(H) RES | 01/20/2009 | ||
| PROCUREMENT PREFERENCE FOR VETERANS | REPRESENTATIVES FAIRCLOUGH, GATTO, LYNN |
CHAPTER 45 SLA 10 | 06/04/2010 | ||
| RIGHT TO WORK | REPRESENTATIVE GATTO |
(H) L&C | 01/20/2009 | ||
| LIMIT OVERTIME FOR REGISTERED NURSES | REPRESENTATIVES P.WILSON, GARA, TUCK, PETERSEN, LYNN, SEATON, GATTO, CISSNA, MUNOZ, GARDNER |
CHAPTER 118 SLA 10 | 07/07/2010 | ||
| GIFT CARDS | REPRESENTATIVES GATTO, GARDNER, GRUENBERG |
(H) FIN | 02/11/2009 | ||
| NET ENERGY METERING | REPRESENTATIVES SEATON, AUSTERMAN, GATTO, RAMRAS, MUNOZ, P.WILSON, BUCH |
(H) ENE | 01/20/2009 | ||
| FARM TO SCHOOL PROGRAM | REPRESENTATIVE GATTO |
CHAPTER 11 SLA 10 | 05/04/2010 | ||
| CRUELTY TO ANIMALS | REPRESENTATIVE GATTO |
(H) FIN | 03/01/2010 | ||
| ALLOW SCREEN DEVICES IN UTILITY VEHICLES | REPRESENTATIVE GATTO |
CHAPTER 42 SLA 09 | 06/20/2009 | ||
| EXPUNGEMENT OF CERTAIN CRIMINAL RECORDS | REPRESENTATIVE GATTO |
(H) JUD | 03/23/2009 | ||
| DIVEST INVESTMENTS IN IRAN | REPRESENTATIVE GATTO |
(H) FIN | 03/31/2010 | ||
| AQUATIC FARM PROD./AGRICULTURE PROMOTION | REPRESENTATIVES AUSTERMAN, GATTO |
(H) FSH | 01/19/2010 | ||
| ENHANCED DRIVER'S LICENSE AND ID CARD | REPRESENTATIVE GATTO |
(H) STA | 01/19/2010 | ||
| ADULT PUBLIC ASSISTANCE ELIGIBILITY | REPRESENTATIVES KELLER, GATTO |
(H) HSS | 01/19/2010 | ||
| ESTABLISHING PURPLE HEART DAY | REPRESENTATIVES DAHLSTROM, GARDNER, BUCH, KELLER, PETERSEN, LYNN, GATTO, TUCK, DOOGAN, THOMAS, HAWKER, GUTTENBERG, RAMRAS, FAIRCLOUGH, JOHNSON, MILLETT, HERRON |
CHAPTER 2 SLA 10 | 03/22/2010 | ||
| RETURN OF SEIZED PROPERTY | REPRESENTATIVE GATTO |
(H) JUD | 02/23/2010 | ||
| CONST AM: GENDER-NEUTRAL REFERENCES | REPRESENTATIVES GATTO, GRUENBERG |
(H) FIN | 04/06/2009 | ||
| DISABLED VETERANS PROCUREMENT PREFERENCE | REPRESENTATIVE GATTO |
LEGIS RESOLVE 30 | 06/04/2010 | ||
| DESIGNATING 2009 AS THE YEAR OF ARMY NCO | REPRESENTATIVE GATTO |
(H) RLS | 04/02/2009 | ||
| CONST AM: HEALTH CARE | REPRESENTATIVES KELLY, KELLER, P.WILSON, GATTO |
FAILED (H) | 04/15/2010 |
Cosponsored Bills
| Bill | Short Title | Prime Sponsor(s) | Current Status | Status Date | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CRUELTY TO ANIMALS/SENTENCING | REPRESENTATIVE LYNN |
CHAPTER 79 SLA 10 | 06/15/2010 | ||
| MUNICIPAL TAX EXEMPTIONS | REPRESENTATIVES GRUENBERG, CHENAULT, THOMAS, GARA, HARRIS, KAWASAKI |
CHAPTER 10 SLA 10 | 05/01/2010 | ||
| NOTICE & CONSENT FOR MINOR'S ABORTION | REPRESENTATIVE COGHILL |
(S) HSS | 04/03/2009 | ||
| MED BENEFITS OF DISABLED PEACE OFFICERS | REPRESENTATIVE MILLETT |
(H) L&C | 01/26/2009 | ||
| PROP. FORECLOSURE/EXECUTION/TRUST DEEDS | REPRESENTATIVE RAMRAS |
CHAPTER 62 SLA 10 | 06/09/2010 | ||
| TAX CREDIT FOR STATE TOURISM PROGRAM | REPRESENTATIVE MILLETT |
(H) FIN | 04/08/2009 | ||
| LABOR NEUTRALITY FOR STATE CONTRACTS | REPRESENTATIVE KELLY |
(H) L&C | 03/12/2009 | ||
| AK FIREARMS EXEMPT FROM FED. REGULATION | REPRESENTATIVE KELLY |
CHAPTER 23 SLA 10 | 05/27/2010 | ||
| CONCEALED HANDGUN PERMITS | REPRESENTATIVE JOHNSON |
CHAPTER 50 SLA 09 | 07/09/2009 | ||
| RESIDENTIAL SPRINKLER SYSTEMS | REPRESENTATIVE HERRON |
(S) STA | 04/01/2010 | ||
| SURCHARGE: OIL EXPORTED TO CERTAIN STATES | REPRESENTATIVE CHENAULT |
(H) RES | 03/30/2009 | ||
| NAMING VETERANS' WAY IN MAT-SU | REPRESENTATIVE KELLER |
CHAPTER 89 SLA 10 | 06/17/2010 | ||
| PROHIBIT EMISSIONS INSPECTION PROGRAM | REPRESENTATIVE STOLTZE |
(H) CRA | 04/18/2009 | ||
| PERSONAL USE FISHING PRIORITY | REPRESENTATIVES STOLTZE, KELLER, NEUMAN |
(H) FSH | 01/19/2010 | ||
| SEXUAL ASSAULT PROTECTIVE ORDERS | REPRESENTATIVE HOLMES |
CHAPTER 4 SLA 10 | 03/31/2010 | ||
| STATE COUNCIL ON THE ARTS; REGULATIONS | REPRESENTATIVE JOHANSEN |
(H) RLS | 02/19/2010 | ||
| CONCEALED HANDGUNS/ FED FIREMARMS FORMS | REPRESENTATIVE HAWKER |
CHAPTER 24 SLA 10 | 05/27/2010 | ||
| YOUTH COURTS AND CRIMINAL FINES | REPRESENTATIVE MUNOZ |
(H) FIN | 03/01/2010 | ||
| MILITARY DEPLOYMENT AND CHILD CUSTODY | REPRESENTATIVE THOMAS |
CHAPTER 44 SLA 10 | 06/04/2010 | ||
| DECORATION OF HONOR | REPRESENTATIVE DAHLSTROM |
LEGIS RESOLVE 7 | 06/02/2009 | ||
| PROCLAIMING SENATOR DANIEL INOUYE DAY | REPRESENTATIVE HARRIS |
LEGIS RESOLVE 22 | 06/08/2009 | ||
| ENDORSING ANWR LEASING | REPRESENTATIVE MILLETT |
LEGIS RESOLVE 24 | 07/29/2009 | ||
| GROUND-BASED MIDCOURSE DEFENSE SYSTEM | REPRESENTATIVE DAHLSTROM |
LEGIS RESOLVE 3 | 07/22/2009 | ||
| OPPOSE H.R. 45 (BLAIR HOLT FIREARM LIC.) | REPRESENTATIVE HARRIS |
LEGIS RESOLVE 11 | 07/10/2009 | ||
| OPPOSING ANWR WILDERNESS DESIGNATION | REPRESENTATIVE MILLETT |
LEGIS RESOLVE 26 | 07/29/2009 | ||
| HYDROELECTRIC POWER; RENEWABLE ENERGY | REPRESENTATIVE THOMAS |
LEGIS RESOLVE 27 | 07/22/2009 | ||
| STATE SOVEREIGNTY | REPRESENTATIVE KELLY |
LEGIS RESOLVE 28 | 07/10/2009 | ||
| SUPPORT SOLDIERS' BURIAL DESIGNATIONS | REPRESENTATIVE THOMAS |
LEGIS RESOLVE 10 | 07/09/2009 | ||
| FEDERAL PREEMPTION OF SALMON MANAGEMENT | REPRESENTATIVE STOLTZE |
(H) FSH | 04/10/2009 | ||
| RESTART COOK INLET PRODUCTION | REPRESENTATIVE OLSON |
(S) RES | 04/19/2009 | ||
| COOK INLET/KACHEMAK BELUGA POPULATION | REPRESENTATIVE MILLETT |
LEGIS RESOLVE 42 | 08/03/2010 | ||
| OPPOSE FEDERAL CAP AND TRADE LEGISLATION | REPRESENTATIVE STOLTZE |
LEGIS RESOLVE 67 | 08/03/2010 | ||
| OPPOSING EPA CLEAN AIR ACT REGULATIONS | REPRESENTATIVE STOLTZE |
LEGIS RESOLVE 70 | 08/03/2010 | ||
| OPPOSING FEDERAL EMPLOYEE FREE CHOICE ACT | REPRESENTATIVE JOHNSON |
(H) RLS | 02/18/2009 | ||
| DEVELOP MENTAL HEALTH TRUST LAND | REPRESENTATIVE STOLTZE |
HOUSE RESOLVE 6 | 05/05/2009 | ||
| STATE SOVEREIGNTY | REPRESENTATIVE KELLY |
RETURNED TO (H) RLS | 03/13/2009 | ||
| ANCHORAGE VEHICLE INSPECTION PROGRAM | REPRESENTATIVE STOLTZE |
HOUSE RESOLVE 10 | 03/17/2010 | ||
| MEDICAID/INS FOR CANCER CLINICAL TRIALS | SENATOR DAVIS |
CHAPTER 117 SLA 10 | 07/01/2010 | ||
| MEDICAID:HOME/COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES | SENATOR ELLIS |
(H) FIN | 04/14/2009 | ||
| CHARTER/ALTERNATIVE SCHOOL FUNDING | SENATOR THOMAS |
CHAPTER 9 SLA 09 | 05/15/2009 | ||
| FEDERAL PREEMPTION OF SALMON MANAGEMENT | SENATOR HUGGINS |
LEGIS RESOLVE 33 | 04/15/2010 |