Sean Parnell in 2012 Governor's State of the State speeches
On Energy & Oil:
Build the Alaska gasline to extract natural gas
I ask you to join me [via the Alaska Gasline Inducement Act] in refilling Alaska's pipeline to prosperity. We will grow Alaska's economy by accessing our abundant natural gas. Our state has more than 200 trillion cubic feet of natural gas in the ground.
This gas represents cheaper heating fuel for Alaska homes and Alaska businesses, and these reserves can energize and grow Alaska's economy. But before we can realize these benefits, a gasline must be built to bring these reserves to market.
Source: Alaska 2012 State of the State Address
Jan 18, 2012
On Environment:
Alaska is not just one big national park; keep EPA out
Unfortunately, there are those in Washington who view our land differently. Years of misinformation and lobbying have convinced some bureaucrats that Alaska is just one big national park, with no room for economic growth. In some cases, the Environmental
Protection Agency will no longer issue permits unless businesses first reach agreement with environmental organizations. In effect, the EPA has outsourced its permitting function to a stakeholder with a political agenda.
Source: Alaska 2012 State of the State Address
Jan 18, 2012
On Environment:
Invest in natural resources: fishing, mining, and timber
Outside of oil and gas, we will foster a climate that cultivates investment in Alaska's other natural resources. We are blessed to live in a land that provides many ways to earn a living. Alaska offers the world's best seafood. We will sustainably
manage our fisheries for future generations. Fishing is part of Alaska's history. It is part of Alaska's future. And we will keep it strong. Alaska also has a vibrant mining industry that supports more than 5,500 jobs, and this is only scratching the
surface of the potential. Indeed, Alaska has many deposits of untapped rare earth elements. These minerals are critical to America's security and economy. My budget includes almost $3 million for an assessment of rare earths.
The timber industry also has deep roots in Alaska. I am proud to report that we expanded the Southeast State Forest, because when we open more land for timber, we open more opportunity and more jobs for Alaskans.
Source: Alaska 2012 State of the State Address
Jan 18, 2012
On Families & Children:
Choose Respect: $12M to eradicate domestic violence epidemic
Increasing public safety remains a core priority--and that will not change. Increasing public safety means shining the light of justice and a ray of hope into places where domestic violence and sexual assault have ruled, for we will not rest until every
Alaskan lives safe from abuse and terror. Our administration's budget includes nearly $12 million to eradicate this epidemic. The Choose Respect initiative focuses on prevention and enforcement, and it provides services for victims and survivors.
But Choose Respect is more than just a government initiative--it is a personal initiative. It is about each of us honoring the dignity and value of every human being.
It is about setting people free from generations of abuse.
Source: Alaska 2012 State of the State Address
Jan 18, 2012
On Tax Reform:
Meaningful tax reform; cut spending by $856M
We will be wise stewards of our citizens' money. I have proposed a balanced budget that holds the line on government spending, so we can add nearly $4 billion to our savings accounts for future years. This budget reduces total expenditures by
$856 million without shortchanging important investments. It includes more than $1 billion for infrastructure projects; it forces agencies to save where they can--eliminating 288 vacant positions--so we can spend where we must.Tonight
I'm asking each of you to vote yes on meaningful tax reform. The logic is clear: Meaningful tax reform means Alaska will have a more competitive economy. A more competitive Alaska economy means more investment in Alaska. More investment in
Alaska means more oil production. And more oil production means a bigger economic pie for Alaskans. In addition to lowering taxes, we are working to increase oil production by streamlining the State's permitting processes.
Source: Alaska 2012 State of the State Address
Jan 18, 2012
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