Representative Alyse Galvin

09/08/2026

We all know Alaska needs to diversify our economy and our revenue. But diversification doesn’t just happen in a spreadsheet. It happens when Alaskans turn GREAT IDEAS into businesses, create good jobs, solve problems, and build industries that can last.

That’s why I’m excited for Alaska Entrepreneurship Week, September 14–18! 🚀

This is the 13th-ish Alaska Entrepreneurship Week—a week packed with opportunities to learn, connect, pitch ideas, meet entrepreneurs, and support people who are dreaming up what’s next for Alaska.

I’ve seen great ideas come out of these weekends- everything from healthcare in ovations to successful shoe designs!

Maybe you have the next great Alaska startup idea. Or maybe you’re someone who wants to invest, mentor, encourage, or simply cheer on the innovators who are taking the leap.

Either way, come be part of it!

👉 Find events and get involved: akew.org⁠

And please share this with the brilliant, creative, entrepreneurial Alaskans in your life. Our fiscal future may depend on more of us thinking BIG—and then doing something about it.

I’ll be there to learn about how state policy can better support new Alaskan businesses.

Let’s see what Alaska can build!

09/01/2026

So much to say here! These funds, while one time, are very welcome and needed in an education system that has been looking for a lifeline. Even if it was one time funding, it is important. Alaskan parents not in ‘the know’ may be shocked to find out that much of these funds will not be spent this year. Here is why:

Sadly, the Dunleavy administration was unable to confirm these funds would be available (remember school started mid-August, and this news came out last night, and so leadership in Anchorage School District did not feel confident spending the approximately 40% of these funds that were intended to help students this year.
Given the price of oil, the legislature was quite certain the funds would be there. However, understandably, given all of the volatility of funding over the past eight years and without the Governor and the Department of Revenue willingness to give more certainty, quite a few of the 53 districts, including ASD chose to hold back funds this year.
Now, it is very difficult to hire the educators needed and many have moved. In Anchorage, class sizes and cut programs will deeply affect student learning. I hope there will be efforts in districts to do everything they possibly can to restore the many cuts they made.
Onward to leadership who will forward fund education so that our children can get the start they deserve. We have a LOT to do to ensure adequate, predictable funding so that every district, including the elected local leaders know in advance how to plan for every child to have a fantastic year of learning.

08/25/2026

Heartbroken to hear about Dolly Parton’s passing. 💔

Dolly was one of the most ardent champions of young children and families in America. Through her music, generosity, and especially her Imagination Library, she helped put millions of books into the hands of children—giving little ones the joy of reading and the gift of dreaming big.

Her heart and soul went into everything she did. What a remarkable legacy of kindness, generosity, imagination, and love.

Thank you, Dolly. You will be deeply missed. I truly appreciate the legacy you’ve left. ❤️📚🎶

08/25/2026

Buckle up. I know many of us have become numb to what would normally be shocking news—but this one stopped me in my tracks.

I was stunned to learn that “Secretary of War” Pete Hegseth fired the top three leaders of Stars and Stripes, the independent news organization serving our military community simply for reporting on the abhorrent conditions aboard the U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln.

I honestly never saw this coming. How on earth is this okay?

I’m grateful to House Co-Chair of the Joint Armed Services Committee, Representative Andrew Gray, for bringing this issue forward so Alaskans can understand what is happening and why it matters.

Our servicemen and women give their ALL to protect this country. They deserve to know that we are giving our ALL back home to protect them, too—including protecting their access to honest, independent reporting.

I sincerely hope our federal delegation is paying attention and is prepared to stand up and do the right thing when a President and/or his administration fails to uphold its duty to the American people and the men and women who serve our country.

Our troops deserve our courage, our vigilance, and our voices. 🇺🇸


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08/21/2026

Today, my thoughts are with every person grieving this devastating loss, and with all those who are working through the investigation and response.

May the families and friends of all eight victims feel the strength of Alaskans standing with them. ❤️

I know Security Aviation has an excellent reputation, and I am confident that the company, along with the NTSB and other authorities, will work diligently to understand what happened and do everything possible to prevent another tragedy.

All 8 killed in plane crash chartered by Army Corps of Engineers at remote Alaska radar site

A charter plane crashed Thursday afternoon with multiple people on board near a remote airport in Western Alaska, according to a federal investigating authority.

08/18/2026

I love the “I Voted” stickers—but this year, it feels like voting is about so much more than the sticker.

I’m really glad to hear there seems to be strong turnout this year so far. Make sure your voice is heard! That matters.

Along with the campaign finance initiative—which brings more transparency and puts guardrails around campaign contributions, the gubernatorial race is critical because the outcome will determine which four candidates move on to the general election. Similarly, the U.S. Senate and House races have more than four candidates on the primary ballot.

I’m deeply grateful for the honor of running, serving, and even more grateful for the opportunity to participate in a free and fair election.

I have faith that our courts will protect vote-by-mail and ensure that eligible Alaskans can continue to cast their ballots. And if that protection is needed, I’ll be counting on our U.S. delegation to stand up for voting rights—especially for our rural neighbors, older Alaskans, and service members voting from abroad.

Today, I’m grateful for the sticker. But even more, I’m grateful for the freedom behind it. 🇺🇸

08/16/2026

For those of you looking to miss the rush of voting on Primary Tuesday on your neighborhood polling place,
you have TWO more days to drop by the Midtown mall- Sunday 12-4pm and Monday 8am-5pm!
Importantly, this is NO LONGER happening at the division of elections and there are NO signs up at midtown Division of Elections to tell folks, so many are driving up and not knowing where to go. Spread the word!

For more info go to: https://www.elections.alaska.gov/avo/

08/12/2026

Juneau,
I am thinking about you and hoping the flooding is minimal this year. Thanks to the Army Corps of Engineers and Juneau City for all of the extra efforts in advance of the expected flooding at Su***de Basin/Mendenhall Glacier.
Below is up to date information. I encourage folks to stay tuned to KTOO or other news sources if you live near there.

https://www.ktoo.org/2026/07/09/juneau-releases-new-glacial-outburst-flood-evacuation-map/?fbclid=IwRlRTSATo0wNwZG9mAWZkaWQWUMUepC6nldlkOdH0vn0UY4TyhQ4LWGV4dG4DYWVtAjExAHNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR7Z_HIMeUYag7qg-g5GtrJTaz0pY5aTO-JxO2RKWefkfju7UBmVdKbn1Gsm_A_aem_um1jOEXa90vU3rI0S8tFiQ

The evacuation zone is larger than last year, though forecasters say they expect the flood to be around the same size.

08/10/2026

🗳️ Early Voting Location Update!

The early voting location is NOW in the Midtown Mall! If you’re used to voting early at the Division of Elections office, there’s a new location this year.

Midtown Mall
600 E. Northern Lights Blvd.

And the best part? You can vote now and skip the lines!

Monday–Friday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
Sunday: 12 p.m.–4 p.m.

Election Day is August 18, but you don’t have to wait! Stop by Midtown Mall when it’s convenient and cast your ballot early.

Consider sharing this tip with your neighbors so they know about the location change!

I encourage every eligible Alaskan voter to exercise their right to vote.

08/04/2026

Public Testimony Opportunity on Statewide Ballot Measures

Tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5, the Office of the Lieutenant Governor is hosting public testimony hearings on this year’s statewide ballot measures. This is an opportunity for Alaskans to share their thoughts and have their voices heard.

Ballot Measure 1 – Restoring Alaska’s Campaign Finance Limits Initiative
9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Ballot Measure 3 – An Act Addressing Voter Qualification
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

Ballot Measure 2 – An Act Restoring Political Party Primaries, Ending Ranked-Choice General Elections, and Repealing Recent Campaign Finance Laws
2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

To participate by phone:
Anchorage: (907) 563-9085
Juneau: (907) 586-9085
Toll-Free: (844) 586-9085

Whether you support or oppose these measures, public testimony is an important part of Alaska’s democratic process. If you’d like your voice to be heard, consider participating in the hearing for the ballot measure that matters most to you.