AK HCR13

Alaska State Legislature certifies acceptance of all funds available to the state, state agencies, municipalities, and political subdivisions under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 (P.L. 111-5).

Legislature certifies intent to request, accept, and use any Recovery Act funds not accepted by the governor, leveraging the 45-day provision allowing legislative certification if gubernatorial certification fails.

Identifies Alaska's economic crisis context: 7.9 percent unemployment rate in January 2009, loss of 5,000 jobs in prior month, revenue shortfalls from low oil prices, and job losses in construction, trade, transportation, and hospitality sectors.

Confirms funds will be used to create jobs and promote economic growth through investments in infrastructure, education, Medicaid assistance, home weatherization, job training, housing, and medical care.

Directs copies of resolution to President Obama, Vice President Biden, congressional leadership, Alaska's congressional delegation, Governor Sarah Palin, and relevant federal agencies.