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HR004

Resolve: HR004

Year: 84

Source Bill: HR9

Source Root: HR0009

HOUSE RESOLVE NO. 4

Relating to the citizenship petition of Audun Endestad.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES:

WHEREAS Audun Endestad has lived in the United States since 1974, and is married to an American citizen; and

WHEREAS he has substantially complied with the requirements for American citizenship; and

WHEREAS he placed first in the United States cross-country skiing time trials, thus qualifying for a position on the United States Olympic Cross-country Ski Team, but will be allowed by the United States Olympic Committee to ski in the 1984 Winter Olympic Games only if he has been granted full American citizenship by January 29, 1984; and

WHEREAS Audun Endestad developed his skiing ability in large measure in the United States and is an inspiration to the United States Olympic Cross-country Ski Team both as an athlete and personally; and

WHEREAS the United States would be both honored and benefitted by Audun Endestad's participation on the United States Olympic Cross-country Ski Team at the 1984 Winter Olympic Games; and

WHEREAS the State of Alaska would be honored if Audun Endestad were granted his citizenship in time to permit him to participate in the 1984 Winter Olympic Games as a member of the United States Olympic Cross-country Ski Team inasmuch as Mr. Endestad is a resident of this state and is married to a daughter of a Supreme Court justice of this state; and

WHEREAS the United States Senate passed S. 1863 on November 18, 1983, to allow Mr. Endestad to become a naturalized citizen without delay but the United States House of Representatives has not yet passed the legislation;

BE IT RESOLVED by the Alaska House of Representatives that Congress is respectfully urged to expedite favorable consideration of the pending legislation concerning the citizenship of Audun Endestad; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED that the United States Immigration and Naturalization Service is respectfully urged to expedite the naturalization of Mr. Endestad before January 29, 1984.

COPIES of this resolution shall be sent to the Honorable George Bush, Vice-President of the United States and President of the U.S. Senate; the Honorable Thomas P.

O'Neill, Jr., Speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives;

and to the Honorable Ted Stevens and the Honorable Frank Murkowski, U.S. Senators, and the Honorable Don Young, U.S.

Representative, members of the Alaska delegation in Congress.

HR005

Resolve: HR005

Year: 84

Source Bill: HR11

Source Root: HR0011

HOUSE RESOLVE NO. 5

Relating to the eligibility of the University of Alaska's athletic teams for NCAA competition.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES:

WHEREAS National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) regulations require that schools with Division II status have a student athletic program consisting of six complete teams; and

WHEREAS the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) swim team never anticipated that it would drop below the NCAA required minimum of 11 swimmers during the 1982-1983 school year because of illness, and in one case because of a failure to meet academic qualifications, thus placing the UAA men's varsity athletic program in noncompliance with the NCAA regulations requiring six complete teams; and

WHEREAS the UAA men's athletic varsity teams have been disqualified from competing in any NCAA national playoff in 1984 as a result of the unintentional 1982-1983 NCAA infraction because of circumstances beyond their control; and

WHEREAS the UAA always has made a sincere and good faith effort to comply with the NCAA regulations, a fact that has been acknowledged by the NCAA, and the UAA did notify the NCAA of the situation that inadvertently led to the infraction; and

WHEREAS the UAA is today in total compliance with the NCAA Division II requirements to muster a full-strength men's varsity athletic program; and

WHEREAS the UAA has struggled and worked extremely hard to establish a strong Division II program in all sports; and

WHEREAS disqualification of the UAA athletic teams by the NCAA would have an adverse impact on this new and growing athletic program and would no doubt unfairly tarnish UAA's image not only in Alaska but nationally as well; and

WHEREAS the disqualification of UAA teams by the NCAA could inhibit the university's ability to continue strengthening its athletic program and to recruit athletes;

and

WHEREAS the UAA men's hockey team, with an incredible two-year record of 30 wins and 3 losses, is the pride of Alaska, has gained enormous public support and accolades for the university's athletic program, and would almost certainly have qualified for this year's Division II championship playoffs; and

WHEREAS the NCAA's steering committee has stated at its December 1983 meeting that it was never the NCAA's intent that the team size regulation would penalize a program in UAA's unfortunate situation; and

WHEREAS the UAA athletic program honestly and sincerely attempted to comply with the NCAA regulations and to fulfill the intent of the regulation in question to assure a balanced athletic program; and

WHEREAS it is inherent in our system that interpretation and enforcement of the spirit of a law is often more equitable than following the strict letter of the law; and

WHEREAS the citizens of Alaska through the media, through a petition drive, and through this resolution have shown their overwhelming support for the UAA Division II athletic program and their concern over the disqualification of the teams from participation in the NCAA national playoffs in 1984;

BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska House of Representatives respectfully requests that the NCAA Administrative Committee officials reconsider the appeal by the University of Alaska, considering this unique set of circumstances, at their January 26, 1984, meeting;

and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED that the Alaska House of Representatives supports the decision of the City of Anchorage to send a citizen delegation to meet with the NCAA president and other officials to lend support to the UAA appeal; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED that the NCAA Division II is respectfully urged to grant UAA a special waiver because this unfortunate situation was beyond the control of the university's athletic program and its participants.

COPIES of this resolution shall be sent to the Honorable Ted Stevens and the Honorable Frank Murkowski, U.S. Senators, and the Honorable Don Young, U.S.

Representative, members of the Alaska delegation in Congress.

HR006

Resolve: HR006

Year: 84

Source Bill: HR12

Source Root: HR0012

HOUSE RESOLVE NO. 6

Relating to a legislative hall for the legislature.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES:

WHEREAS art. III, sec. 22, of the Constitution of the State of Alaska provides that

"All executive and administrative . . . functions, powers, and duties shall be allocated by law among and within (the) principal departments . . ."; and

WHEREAS art. II, sec. 1, of the constitution grants to the legislature the power of the enactment of law, subject only to the veto of a bill by the governor; and

WHEREAS the legislature has enacted into law a requirement that no contract or lease which provides for a payment in excess of $12,000 annually is valid unless approved by the legislature by concurrent resolution (AS 37.05.280); and

WHEREAS plans are now underway by the City and Borough of Juneau to finance and construct a legislative hall to house the legislature of the State of Alaska; and

WHEREAS it appears to be the intention of the City and Borough of Juneau to enter into a long-term lease of the legislative hall with the state; and

WHEREAS the legislature has not in any manner given its approval to these plans; and

WHEREAS an executive branch which determines the seat of the legislature, without the approval of the legislature, disregards the doctrine of the separation of powers and violates the spirit of comity between the branches of government;

IT IS THE SENSE OF the Alaska House of Representatives that the Governor of the State of Alaska, the Honorable Bill Sheffield, as well as the City and Borough of Juneau cease and desist from any plan for the construction of a new legislative hall in Juneau or at any other location within the state without having received the express direction of the Legislature of the State of Alaska.

HR007

Resolve: HR007

Year: 84

Source Bill: HR14AM

Source Root: HR0014

HOUSE RESOLVE NO. 7

Commending Vietnam War veterans for their efforts in the rural areas of the state and admonishing the U.S. News & World Report Magazine for inaccurately representing the circumstances of Vietnam veterans living in those rural areas.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES:

WHEREAS many Vietnam-era veterans reside in the rural areas of the state; and

WHEREAS these veterans are making a positive and productive contribution to the economic and social life of the state; and

WHEREAS some Vietnam-era veterans living on the Kenai Peninsula were recently approached by staff from the U.S.

News & World Report Magazine because the magazine wished to do a story that the veterans were led to believe would be an accurate and positive portrayal of their lives in the state; and

WHEREAS the magazine article, published March 12, 1984, contains many inaccuracies and wrongfully portrays Vietnam-era veterans living in rural areas of the state as poorly adjusted isolationists living under primitive conditions; and

WHEREAS in reality the Vietnam-era veterans in rural areas of the state are leading commendable lives similar to those led by other rural residents of the state;

BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives that Vietnam-era veterans living in rural areas of the state are commended for their positive and productive contributions to the state and the U.S. News & World Report Magazine is censured for its sensationalist and highly inaccurate article on the lives of those veterans.

A COPY of this resolution shall be sent to the publishers and editors of the U.S. News & World Report Magazine with a request that the magazine print the resolution in response to the March 12, 1984, article on Alaskan Vietnam-era veterans.

HR008

Resolve: HR008

Year: 84

Source Bill: CSHR13(HESS)

Source Root: HR0013

HOUSE RESOLVE NO. 8

Relating to a state policy for the developmentally disabled and the substantially handicapped.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES:

WHEREAS the Alaska House of Representatives recognizes the innate dignity, value, and rights of developmentally disabled Alaskans and substantially handicapped Alaskans; and

WHEREAS the continued improvement of the quality of life for developmentally disabled Alaskans and substantially handicapped Alaskans is a concern of all Alaskans; and

WHEREAS the Alaska House of Representatives recognizes the importance of expanding opportunities for the developmentally disabled and the substantially handicapped for independence in employment, education, and community living; and

WHEREAS the Alaska House of Representatives recognizes that it is desirable that delivery of social services to the developmentally disabled and to the substantially handicapped be made in the least restrictive manner, consistent with ensuring each individual's health, safety, and growth; and

WHEREAS it is important that the active exploration of community-based alternatives to institutionalization continue; and

WHEREAS state law has recognized and incorporated a policy of minimal institutionalization since 1978 and a recent decision of the Alaska Supreme Court has recognized this legislative policy; and

WHEREAS every year since 1978 the Governor's Council for the Handicapped and Gifted has provided the state a plan that could increase the availability of community-based services that could deinstitutionalize Alaska's developmentally disabled and substantially handicapped populations;

BE IT RESOLVED that the House of Representatives respectfully requests the Governor and appropriate departments and agencies to submit to the First Session of the Fourteenth Alaska State Legislature a comprehensive program for the developmentally disabled and the substantially handicapped that will advance the goals expressed in this resolution, after due consideration of advice from the Governor's Council for the Handicapped and Gifted.

HR009

Resolve: HR009

Year: 84

Source Bill: HR15AM

Source Root: HR0015

HOUSE RESOLVE NO. 9

Requesting the Governor to designate 1984 as "Year of the Secretary."

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES:

WHEREAS secretaries constitute the largest segment of the white collar work force and the Bureau of Labor Statistics has projected that the secretarial profession will be the career field with the most job openings in the 1980's; and

WHEREAS secretaries foster smooth office operations on all levels in both public and private organizations and are the focal point of information and productivity in any workplace; and

WHEREAS secretaries must have a mastery of the fine points of grammar, spelling, and diction; and

WHEREAS secretaries are continually improving their technical skills, including the use of word processors and computers; and

WHEREAS secretaries must be versatile and adaptable in today's fast paced work environment; and

WHEREAS skilled secretaries are in constant demand; and

WHEREAS female secretaries often receive less than equal pay for work comparable to that performed by males;

and

WHEREAS legislation is pending before Congress that requests the President of the United States to designate 1984 as the Year of the Secretary;

BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives that the Governor is respectfully requested to designate 1984 as the "Year of the Secretary" in Alaska; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED that the Governor is requested to issue a proclamation calling upon all Alaskans to observe the Year of the Secretary with appropriate ceremonies and activities; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED that the House of Representatives dedicates itself to assuring equal pay for comparable work.

HR010

Resolve: HR010

Year: 84

Source Bill: HR16

Source Root: HR0016

HOUSE RESOLVE NO. 10

Expressing support for S. 1300, relating to the rural electrification administration.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES:

WHEREAS the Rural Electrification Administration (REA) has extended electric service to rural areas across the nation; and

WHEREAS, as the least developed state in the union, Alaska has the greatest need for the REA program; and

WHEREAS REA cooperatives, like other utilities, need continued financing for growth and redevelopment; and

WHEREAS the REA revolving loan fund is being depleted by an excess of expenses over interest income; and

WHEREAS the REA revolving loan fund is further threatened by loss of its $7.9 billion capital to the United States Treasury beginning in 1993; and

WHEREAS Alaska's special conditions were not considered when the current REA statute was enacted and, as a result, the high-cost areas in rural Alaska do not qualify for lower interest loans now available in other states; and

WHEREAS S. 1300, currently pending in the Committee on Agriculture of the United States Senate, would remedy these problems;

BE IT RESOLVED by the House of Representatives that the United States Congress is respectfully urged to give expeditious and favorable consideration to S. 1300, so that this important legislation can be enacted at the earliest possible date.

COPIES of this resolution shall be sent to the Honorable George Bush, Vice-President of the United States and President of the United States Senate; and to the Honorable Ted Stevens and the Honorable Frank Murkowski, United States Senators from Alaska.

LR030

Resolve: LR030

Year: 84

Source Bill: CSHCR17(HESS)

Source Root: HCR017

LEGISLATIVE RESOLVE NO. 30

Relating to the state medal for heroism.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA:

WHEREAS "the evil that men do lives after them" and "the good is oft interred with their bones"; and

WHEREAS the names and achievements of the citizens of Alaska who have received the state medal for heroism are hidden in the state archives; and

WHEREAS these individuals and their achievements should be made available to the public;

BE IT RESOLVED by the Alaska State Legislature that the Department of Education is requested to include this information biennially in the Alaska Blue Book; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED that the Office of the Governor is requested to make this information available to the public as a source of pride and inspiration to the people of the state and the nation.

LR031

Resolve: LR031

Year: 84

Source Bill: CSHCR21(L&C)

Source Root: HCR021

LEGISLATIVE RESOLVE NO. 31

Requesting the Governor to designate March 11 - 16, 1984 as "Alaska Employ the Older Worker Week".

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA:

WHEREAS individuals aged 55 and over are a major national resource, constitute 22 percent of the population of the United States at the present time, and are likely to constitute a larger percentage of the population in future decades; and

WHEREAS a growing number of such individuals, being willing and able to work, are looking for employment opportunities, want to remain in the work force, or would like to serve their communities and their nation in voluntary roles; and

WHEREAS such individuals, who have made continuing contributions to the national welfare, should be encouraged to remain in, or resume, career and voluntary roles that utilize their strengths, wisdom, and skills; and

WHEREAS career opportunities reaffirm the dignity, self-worth, and independence of older individuals by encouraging them to make decisions and to act upon those decisions, by tapping their resources, experience, and knowledge, and by enabling them to contribute to society;

and

WHEREAS the operation of title V of the Older Americans Act of 1965 has demonstrated that older workers are extremely capable in a wide variety of job roles; and

WHEREAS recent studies conducted by the United States Department of Labor and the Work in America Institute indicate that in many cases employers prefer to retain older workers or rehire former older employees due to the high quality of their job performance and their low rate of absenteeism; and

WHEREAS the American Legion has sponsored a "National Employ the Older Worker Week" during the second full week of March in every year since 1959, focusing public attention on the advantages of employing older individuals;

BE IT RESOLVED by the Alaska State Legislature that the Governor is respectfully requested to designate the week of March 11 - 16, 1984, as "Alaska Employ the Older Worker Week"; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED the Governor is also requested to issue a proclamation calling upon

(1) the employers and labor unions of the state to give special consideration to older workers, with a view toward expanding career and employment opportunities for older workers who are willing and able to work and who desire to remain employed or to reenter the work force;

(2) voluntary organizations to reexamine the many fine service programs which they sponsor with a view toward expanding both the number of older volunteers and the types of service roles open to older workers;

(3) the Alaska Department of Labor to give special assistance to older workers by means of job training programs, job counseling, and additional support through older worker programs; and

(4) the people of Alaska to observe this week with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities.

LR032

Resolve: LR032

Year: 84

Source Bill: CSSJR29(RES)AMH

Source Root: SJR029

LEGISLATIVE RESOLVE NO. 32

Supporting variance requests by pulp mills in Southeast Alaska.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA:

WHEREAS the Environmental Protection Agency is now considering variance requests from the pulp mills in Southeast Alaska; and

WHEREAS the pulp mills in Sitka and Ketchikan provide an economic base by employing many residents of Southeast Alaska; and

WHEREAS the quality of water and marine life is not adversely affected by the current effluent discharge from the pulp mills; and

WHEREAS the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation has found that continued discharge will not impact state water quality and supports the issuance of the variance; and

WHEREAS the former Environmental Protection Agency Regional Administrator issued a tentative decision on December 28, 1981, that would have granted the variance;

and

WHEREAS the variance being considered would enable the pulp mills to continue to treat their waste products in a more efficient and economical manner; and

WHEREAS the denial of the variance would constitute treatment for treatment's sake, would create an air pollution problem if the mills did comply and would most likely cause the pulp mills and related facilities to cease operating because the cost of additional waste treatment is prohibitive; and

WHEREAS the United States Forest Service has determined that the closure of the pulp mills would cause a $147.6 million per year loss of income in Southeast Alaska;

BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska State Legislature urges that the variances requested by the mills be granted; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED that the Alaska State Legislature urges the Environmental Protection Agency to consider the loss of income in the event of the mills' closure as part of the cost of achieving "guideline best practical technology" in determining whether the cost of compliance is wholly out of proportion to the model mill.

COPIES of this resolution shall be sent to the Honorable Ronald Reagan, President of the United States;

the Honorable William Ruckelshaus, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency; Ernesta Barnes, Regional Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency; and to the Honorable Ted Stevens and the Honorable Frank Murkowski, U.S. Senators, and the Honorable Don Young, U.S. Representative, members of the Alaska delegation in Congress.

LR033

Resolve: LR033

Year: 84

Source Bill: SCSCSHCR18(SA)

Source Root: HCR018

LEGISLATIVE RESOLVE NO. 33

Relating to displaying the flags of the United States of America and the State of Alaska.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA:

WHEREAS the display of the flag of the United States of America and State of Alaska according to flag etiquette would do much to augment patriotism and act as a stirring reminder to elected officials and government employees to do their duty for the state and the nation;

BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska State Legislature respectfully requests the Governor to have the flag of the United States of America and the flag of the State of Alaska displayed on the existing flag poles of all appropriate state office buildings according to AS 44.09.030; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED that whenever a maintenance or security person is on duty that person has the solemn duty to raise and lower the flags according to flag etiquette and maintain the flags, fittings, and halyards in pristine condition by respectful replacement, maintenance, and repair; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED that the flags be flown from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. throughout the state because of the absence of sunrise and sunset in northern localities during part of the winter.

LR034

Resolve: LR034

Year: 84

Source Bill: HJR56

Source Root: HJR056

LEGISLATIVE RESOLVE NO. 34

Relating to the 1984 Yukon Quest sled dog race.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA:

WHEREAS 1984 marks the 25th anniversary of Alaska statehood; and

WHEREAS this silver anniversary is being celebrated in a manner that captures the frontier spirit of Alaska's pioneering people; and

WHEREAS sled dogs and drivers challenged the frozen wilderness and played an indispensable role in the exploration, settlement, and development of the North Country; and

WHEREAS those pioneers charted unknown terrain in both the Alaska and Yukon territories; and

WHEREAS a sled dog race has been established from Fairbanks, Alaska, to Whitehorse, Yukon Territory, to reenact the historic challenge of the wilderness; and

WHEREAS that event will promote international goodwill and cooperation among people of the North;

BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska State Legislature recognizes, commends, and encourages the Alaska-Yukon Trail Association as it stages the Yukon Quest, an epic 1,000 mile sled dog race between Fairbanks and Whitehorse, beginning February 25, 1984.

LR035

Resolve: LR035

Year: 84

Source Bill: SJR34

Source Root: SJR034

LEGISLATIVE RESOLVE NO. 35

Disapproving the Local Boundary Commission recommendation for annexation of territory to the City of Haines.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA:

WHEREAS, under art. X, sec. 12 of the Constitution of the State of Alaska, the Local Boundary Commission has presented to the legislature its recommendation number one dated January 17, 1984, entitled "Recommendation for the Annexation of Territory to the City of Haines"; and

WHEREAS a recommendation of the Local Boundary Commission presented to the legislature becomes effective 45 days after presentation or at the end of the session, whichever is earlier, unless disapproved by a resolution concurred in by the majority of the members of each house;

BE IT RESOLVED by the Alaska State Legislature that recommendation number one of the Local Boundary Commission dated January 17, 1984, and entitled "Recommendation for the Annexation of Territory to the City of Haines" is disapproved.

LR036

Resolve: LR036

Year: 84

Source Bill: CSHCR25(TRSP)

Source Root: HCR025

LEGISLATIVE RESOLVE NO. 36

Requesting a speed zone in Nikishka, Kenai Borough.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA:

WHEREAS The Nikishka Chamber of Commerce requests the establishment of a 35 m.p.h. speed zone on the state highway from Land Marine at mile 26 to Old Pines Bar at mile 26.7 in Nikishka, Kenai, Borough; and

WHEREAS the commercial buildings and fire station within the zone have created a high density of pedestrian traffic; and

WHEREAS a crosswalk will be established at mile 26.1 in front of the laundry building to the shopping center; and

WHEREAS a speed zone will help to assure the safety of a pedestrian in this area;

BE IT RESOLVED by the Alaska State Legislature that the governor is respectfully requested to direct the commissioner of transportation and public facilities to investigate the possibility of establishing a 35 m.p.h. speed zone on the state highway between mile 26 and mile 26.7 in Nikishka, Kenai Borough.

LR037

Resolve: LR037

Year: 84

Source Bill: HJR69

Source Root: HJR069

LEGISLATIVE RESOLVE NO. 37

Disapproving the Local Boundary Commission recommendation for annexation of territory to the City of Hoonah.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA:

WHEREAS, under art. X, sec. 12 of the Constitution of the State of Alaska, the Local Boundary Commission has presented to the legislature its recommendation number four dated January 17, 1984, entitled "Recommendation for the Annexation of Territory to the City of Hoonah"; and

BE IT RESOLVED by the Alaska State Legislature that recommendation number four of the Local Boundary Commission dated January 17, 1984, and entitled "Recommendation for the Annexation of Territory to the City of Hoonah" is disapproved.

LR038

Resolve: LR038

Year: 84

Source Bill: SJR42

Source Root: SJR042

LEGISLATIVE RESOLVE NO. 38

Relating to the establishment of an Environmental Protection Agency regional office in Alaska.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA:

WHEREAS the state is dramatically affected on occasion by the actions and decisions of the Environmental Protection Agency; and

WHEREAS the environment of the State of Alaska is distinct from that of the other states in the Pacific Northwest that comprise Region X of the Environmental Protection Agency; and

WHEREAS the physical size of the State of Alaska is far larger than most geographic areas served by the other regional offices in the Environmental Protection Agency;

and

WHEREAS the citizens of the State of Alaska would directly benefit from closer access to a regional office of the Environmental Protection Agency; and

WHEREAS an Environmental Protection Agency office located in the State of Alaska would undoubtedly have a better understanding of the particular environmental problems affecting the State of Alaska; and

WHEREAS the Anchorage and Fairbanks municipal governments have been struggling to clean up the air in an efficient manner; and

WHEREAS miners are struggling throughout the State of Alaska to convince the Environmental Protection Agency that their wastewater discharge rules are technically impossible to carry out and if these rules are enforced, almost all placer miners will be forced to abandon their livelihood; and

WHEREAS the pulp mills in Southeast Alaska have been struggling for years to fully comply with the Clean Water Act; and

WHEREAS it is beneficial for federal officials who make decisions affecting the state to be located in the State of Alaska; and

WHEREAS an Alaska-based regional administrator for the Environmental Protection Agency will have both the knowledge and authority to make decisions tailored to meet the State of Alaska's unique requirements; and

WHEREAS a regional office in Alaska will protect the environment of the State of Alaska and will ensure that the beauty of its land is maintained;

BE IT RESOLVED that the Alaska State Legislature respectfully requests the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency to establish a regional office in the State of Alaska.

COPIES of this resolution shall be sent to William D. Ruckelshaus, Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency; and to the Honorable Ted Stevens and the Honorable Frank Murkowski, U.S. Senators, and the Honorable Don Young, U.S. Representative, members of the Alaska delegation in Congress.

LR039

Resolve: LR039

Year: 84

Source Bill: SCR36

Source Root: SCR036

LEGISLATIVE RESOLVE NO. 39

Relating to "The Great Land Games Month."

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA:

WHEREAS athletic competition builds a sound mind and spirit, as well as a sound body; and

WHEREAS it is believed that athletic competition that encourages people of all ages to participate will greatly help to reduce escalating health costs by directly or indirectly improving the health of the people of Alaska; and

WHEREAS there is currently no statewide forum in which Alaskans of all ages may participate to improve their physical and competitive skills in a format similar to that of the Olympic Games; and

WHEREAS The Great Land Games, a nonprofit organization, will give Alaskans from all regions of the state an opportunity to match their skills in more than 20 separate sporting events and to be recognized for their athletic abilities;

BE IT RESOLVED by the Alaska State Legislature that the Governor is respectfully requested to designate the month of April as "The Great Land Games Month"; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED that Alaskans of all ages are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity to enjoy and participate in athletic competition on a statewide scale.

LR040

Resolve: LR040

Year: 84

Source Bill: CSSCR37(SA)

Source Root: SCR037

LEGISLATIVE RESOLVE NO. 40

Relating to "Sexual Assault and Abuse.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA:

WHEREAS there is a great need for education and training regarding sexual assault and abuse and their prevention; and

WHEREAS there is a high incidence of reported and unreported child and adult sexual assault and abuse in this state; and

WHEREAS the Governor, the legislature, and many health professionals have recognized the dramatic need to address the problems of sexual assault and abuse in Alaska;

BE IT RESOLVED by the Alaska State Legislature that the Governor is respectfully requested to designate the month of May as "Sexual Assault and Abuse Awareness Month" to increase the awareness and knowledge of Alaskans about these pervasive problems.

LR041

Resolve: LR041

Year: 84

Source Bill: CSSCR32(SA)

Source Root: SCR032

LEGISLATIVE RESOLVE NO. 41

Requesting the Governor to designate each October 16 as "World Food Day" in Alaska.

BE IT RESOLVED BY THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA:

WHEREAS food for every child's growth and lifelong health is a basic human right; and

WHEREAS the well-being of family farms and farm families is vital to national and world progress; and

WHEREAS careful stewardship of the land and water resources on which our food production depends is a global human responsibility; and

WHEREAS all nations should work together to build a fail-proof system of world food security that eliminates the scourge of hunger; and

WHEREAS the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, founded in 1945 and composed of 156 member nations, remains committed to increasing the production and improving the distribution of food and other agricultural goods, to improving levels of human nutrition and to promoting the well-being of people throughout the world; and

WHEREAS observances of World Food Day will be held in nearly 150 countries; and

WHEREAS we are all members of a global community and the hunger of some diminishes us all;

BE IT RESOLVED by the Alaska State Legislature that the Governor is respectfully requested to designate each October 16 as "World Food Day" in Alaska; and be it

FURTHER RESOLVED that individuals and organizations throughout the state be encouraged to participate in discussions, study, food collections, and other activities related to the problem of needless hunger in the global community.