Senator Robert Myers
Senator
Robert Myers
Representing Fairbanks and North Pole
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SB 256, Authorizes Alaska to Join EMS Compact
The compact allows EMT’s and paramedics to work across state lines in participating states while maintaining state-based licensure and oversight.
SB 9, Allowing "Baby Boxes," Passes the Legislature
In the past decade and a half, two abandoned babies have tragically died in Alaska. Baby boxes allow parents to anonymously and safely surrender an infant 21 days or younger.
Alaska Senate Authorizes Infant "Baby Boxes"
Today the Alaska Senate passed SB 9, a bill allowing dedicated locations to install infant safety devices, also known as “baby boxes,”
Senate Requests the U.S. Adhere to Mineral Leasing Act
Today, the Alaska State Senate unanimously passed SJR 19, urging Congress to honor the terms of the Mineral Leasing Act and the Alaska Statehood Act.
Personal Profile
Robert Myers
District Q, Republican
Senator Robb Myers of North Pole is the Minority Whip. He holds a bachelor’s degree in philosophy and makes his living driving big rigs around Alaska, including up the Haul Road to the North Slope.
The husband and father of five is a 2001 West Valley High School graduate who was first elected to the Alaska Senate in 2020 when he defeated a popular incumbent by 14 votes. He represents North Pole’s Senate District Q.
Senator Myers was born in Fairbanks. Until the age of 5, he spent his childhood at the Salchaket Roadhouse, located in Salcha, which his parents owned. There he developed a passion for Alaska before moving back to Fairbanks. He later put himself through college at the University of Alaska Fairbanks driving a tour bus, enabling him to share the state he loves with countless people. He finished paying off his student loans by working as a truck driver.
Prior to running for office, Senator Myers worked as an intern in the Alaska Legislature. Now, his philosophy is best described as a conservative republican. His goal as an elected official is to ensure Alaska will continue to be an attractive location for his children and grandchildren to make their home.
Despite belonging to a super minority in the 33rd Alaska Legislature, Senator Myers had three bills signed into law. Senate Bill 119 allows prisoners reentering civil society easier access to identification cards. Senate Bill 129 named a Richardson Highway bike path after Matt Glover, an avid cyclist who was killed in 2022 after colliding with a vehicle. Senate Bill 13 requires the University of Alaska to publish textbook costs in course catalogs.
Legislation more >
SB 9 ~ Surrender of Infants and Infant Safety Devices Bill Text
Infant safety devices offer a possible solution to protect both relinquishing parents and infants. Infant safety devices allow a parent to surrender an infant anonymously through a climate-controlled device at a designated...
SB 16 ~ Refuse Utility Regulations Bill Text
SB 16 streamlines the rate adjustment process for refuse utilities by allowing them to make use of the already existing simplified rate filing procedure. This procedure allows utilities to apply for rate adjustments over a...
SB 19 ~ Prisoner Access to Computer/Phone/Tablet Bill Text
SB19 embodies a pragmatic and impactful approach to reforming the correctional system. By granting the Dept of Corrections the authority to furnish prisoners with limited access to specialized tablets for educational,...
SB 25 ~ Information on Judicial Officers Provided in Election Pamphlets Bill Text
Given the wealth of public information collected by the Judicial Council, it is the goal of this proposed legislation to increase the information readily available to the public. The change will foster informed and knowledgeable...
SB 99 ~ CPA as Private Professional Conservators Bill Text
Certified public accountants are trained in financial management and ethical standards which is an ideal background for conservators. This bill will allow CPAs to more easily become licensed conservators and remove the burden...
SJR 11 ~ Jones Act Waiver for LNG Ships Bill Text
Urging the United States Congress to enact a Jones Act waiver to facilitate transportation of domestic liquefied natural gas between ports in the state.
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