Representative Ashley Carrick

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Representative Ashley Carrick

Proudly Representing House District 35, West Fairbanks in the Alaska State House.

09/05/2026

Celebrating 25 Years of Helping Alaskans Get Higher Education and Training! 💙💛

This year marked the 25th Anniversary of the Education Trust of Alaska! In March 2000, the Education Trust of Alaska was established with the bipartisan support of the Twenty-First Alaska State Legislature after the US Congress passed Section 529 of the Internal Revenue Code in 1996. The Code allowed for the creation of qualified tuition programs, commonly known as “college savings plans,” “529 education savings plans,” and “529 plans.” Section 14.40.802 established what is now called the Education Trust of Alaska within the University of Alaska (UA) to help families save and plan for future education expenses. The Trust funded its first accounts in April 2001.

Since then, the Trust has administered Alaska’s three 529 plans: Alaska 529, the T. Rowe Price 529 Education Savings Plan, and the John Hancock Freedom 529. These tax-advantaged savings plans give families a path to fund education, avoid student loan debt, and qualify for better jobs and more opportunities. Nationally, the Trust manages the assets of more than 300,000 future students.

As someone who benefitted from having an Alaska 529 plan while I got my education at the UA system, I was honored to present a Legislative Citation honoring their 25th anniversary. Congratulations to the Education Trust of Alaska, and here’s to many more years of helping students and families afford higher education!

08/28/2026

This year marked the 30th anniversary of Run for the Refuge. The Run for the Refuge started in 1996 in Fairbanks and was organized by the Northern Alaska Environmental Center as a community event celebrating the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and raising awareness about the importance of stewardship of Alaska’s northern lands. The Run was created during a period when national debates about potential oil and gas development in the Arctic Refuge were intensifying. The Northern Center wanted to create a positive, community-centered way for people to express support for the region and engage in conservation efforts.

Roughly ten thousand people have participated in the Run since its inception, and I was honored to be a part of their opening ceremony this year. Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge has been gaining National attention again this year. Accordingly, this year the Run for the Refuge included important information on how we can keep our wildlands wild.

08/25/2026

Congratulations Nanook Volleyball Team! 🏐💛💙

Recently, Representative Dibert and I had the honor of presenting a citation to the Nanook Volleyball team, celebrating their 2025 co-GNAC Championship and for making the NCAA Division 2 Tournament!

Last year, I had the pleasure of attending a standing-room only home game, and was thrilled to watch the Nanooks defeat the rival Seawolves! As the Representative for West Fairbanks and a UAF alumnus myself, the positive impact of the team is clear, both on and off the court.

Congratulations again on all your hard work and accomplishments and Go Nooks!

08/22/2026

Happy 40th Anniversary Denali Industrial Supply! 💙💛

Last week, I had the honor of presenting a citation to Denali Industrial Supply, recognizing and celebrating their 40 years in business! Over the past four decades not only has Denali Industrial Supply been serving Alaskans, but they have become an integral part of our community.

I am grateful for the opportunity to recognize the hard work of the Denali Industrial Supply owners and employees, past and present, and celebrate this essential local business as they enter their 40th year serving Alaska!

08/21/2026

Tok Wildfire Updates 🚨🚨

Level 3 evacuations remain in place from Mackenzie Trail to East 5th Street North of the Alaska Highway due to the Mukluk fire in Tok. According to the most recent reports, the fire is estimated to span over 5,000 acres and is about 16% contained. Over 200 firefighters are assigned to the fire and are prioritizing the protection of structures in surrounding areas as well as assessing damage in the burned areas.

For more information about the Mukluk fire and to get updates as they are available, go to the Alaska Wildland Fire Information page here. My heart goes out to the many families and community members who are being impacted by this emergency.

08/07/2026

Division of Elections Responds to Questions‼️

Division of Elections Director Carol Beecher sent a letter to legislators earlier today with responses to the questions posed at the July 22 joint hearing regarding the removal of voters from the rolls based on the assumption that they were noncitizens. This comes after multiple requests for further information and calls to restore voting rights that were sent by the House State Affairs Committee, House Judiciary Committee, and a group of 23 bipartisan legislators on a follow-up letter.

The response details the Division’s process. The Department of Elections agreed to send a follow-up letter to all recipients that have not yet responded clarifying what actions recipients need to take to ensure they remain in “active status.” While this is a positive step in the right direction, the ongoing concerns of voters should have been taken into better consideration before taking action. With Alaska so close to an election, there are still potentially massive implications for legal voters being able to cast their ballots.

As it stands currently, voters who were sent the DOE letter to verify citizenship will be allowed to vote in upcoming elections, but may be asked to vote a question ballot at the polls. As always, I encourage you to reach out to your legislator for any questions you may have about your registration. We will also continue to provide updates as we hear more.

08/05/2026

Keeping Alaska Moving!🚧🛑

Yesterday, the Greater Fairbanks Chamber of Commerce weekly lunch included an update from the Alaska Department of Transportation. As the Co-Chair of the House Transportation Committee, it’s been a pleasure to learn about and advocate for the infrastructure needs of the Interior. From the ongoing Parks Highway Realignment between Fairbanks and Nenana, to the resurfacing work on Chena Pump, it has been a busy construction season here in Fairbanks! If you ever have questions or want additional information, please feel free to reach out anytime.

You can keep track of DOTs projects online here: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/a7cd100e66c64aebaa281b5ba3641bd4

08/04/2026

Happy Birthday Ester Volunteer Fire Department! 🎉🚒

Recently, the Ester Volunteer Fire Department celebrated their 51st Birthday with a BBQ open house, a display of how smoke and fire can travel through a house by burning a small-scale replica home, and a vehicle extraction demonstration! Protecting the health and safety of Alaskans is one of my highest priorities as your Representative. The work done by the Ester Volunteer Fire Department is essential to keeping people in our communities safe, and it wouldn’t be possible without the hard work of dozens of certified volunteers.

Thank you to all the past and present Ester Fire Department Volunteers, and Happy Birthday to this essential department!

07/28/2026

Thousands of Alaskans Falsely Removed from Voter Rolls 🚨🚨

Last week, a number of Alaskans around the state reported receiving a letter that was dated mid-June, stating that they had been removed from the active voter list and that they must contact the DMV to verify their citizenship to be placed back on the voter rolls. The House State Affairs and Judiciary Committee held a joint hearing with the Division of Elections Director Carol Beecher, in part to learn more about this letter and the impact on the upcoming election cycle.

It was determined at this hearing that over 3,500 letters were sent out to voters to ask them to verify citizenship. Later, it was revealed that as many as 15,000 voters are actually being impacted. This is extremely concerning, as every eligible voter has the right to cast their ballot without unnecessary confusion or undue barriers. The improper removal of eligible voters from the voter roll, coupled with the short notice prior to the upcoming August primary election cycle is troubling. Our office is asking more questions about this evolving story.

You can watch the joint hearing and learn more about this issue here: https://www.akleg.gov/basis/Meeting/Detail?Meeting=HSTA%202026-07-22%2013:00:00. If you or someone you know has received a letter or has been removed from the voter rolls, please don’t hesitate to reach out!

07/21/2026

Ruth Burnett Hatchery Tour 🐟🎣

Last week I had the pleasure of touring the Ruth Burnett Sport Fishing Hatchery and learning about their operations throughout Alaska! I last toured the facility when I was a student at UAF, and I was happy to go back and visit.

This hatchery is run by Alaska Fish and Game, and is responsible for stocking 114 public lakes and ponds around the Interior. It houses a wide variety of fish species, including rainbow trout, Arctic char, Chinook salmon, coho salmon, and lake trout. In addition to stocking public areas, the hatchery also hosts many public education opportunities for those who are interested in attending! This last session an effort was made in the budget subcommittee process to try and utilize available federal funds for the hatchery. This action was later reversed to provide maximum funding stability for the Ruth Burnett Hatchery. If you have never been to the Ruth Burnett Hatchery, I highly recommend stopping by and seeing all that it has to offer.

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