Tyler Ivanoff

Tyler Ivanoff was born in Anchorage, Alaska. He earned a high school diploma from Mt. Edgecumbe High School and a bachelor's degree from the University of Alaska Fairbanks in 2023.

His career experience includes working as a teacher. As of 2024, Ivanoff was affiliated with the Bering Straits Native Corporation.[1]

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Tyler Ivanoff from Shishmaref. I teach 4th Grade. I have 6 children with my beautiful Fiancé Amber Fernandez. I’m running to Represent our people in Western Alaska.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

I’m from Rural Alaska, was born and raised in District 39. I live a subsistence lifestyle, and if elected I plan on protecting our lifestyle for future generations. This includes finding solutions to help our salmon populations rebound.I’m here to protect the Permanent Fund Dividend. My opponent has voted to reduce the PFD in the past. If he did it once, what’s stopping him from changing it again.I plan on giving a voice for our region. If elected I will work hard for our people. We need more Representatives from our villages, and by electing me into office it may show others to get the courage to step up as well.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Food Security, education, and jobs for our people in rural Alaska. We need to improve our infrastructure in our communities. Communities like mine still have no running water. If we get half of our PFD taken away, why can’t the legislature fund more projects for our communities? I am to make this known while supporting you down in Juneau.

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

I look up to all the Elders that lived in my community of Elim. My grandparents as well. And lastly my Parents who showed me the importance of hard work and living a subsistence lifestyle.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

No, but live a year in a village and you will understand just a small glimpse of our lifestyle.

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Honesty, Transparency, and Integrity

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

I am easily approachable and I am a good listener.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Serving the people that voted them into office and putting them first rather than Special interests of the individual.

What legacy would you like to leave?

To show everyone in Rural Alaska, especially the villages that you too can be a leader. If I can do it, so can you. Get out and make a difference.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

Desert Storm war. I was a young kid at the time. Maybe around 10 or so.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Summer of 2000. Working at the Unalakleet Cannery before going to college.

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

A close working relationship to benefit the People of Alaska.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Balancing the budget. Not overspending and taking from the PFD.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

No. We have a lot of great leaders in Rural Alaska that can sit in a seat in Legislature.

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Yes. To make the best decisions to benefit the people of Alaska.

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

Mike Cronk is a legislator that I think is honest and Represents his people well.

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

Not sure, but if there is an opportunity, a consideration would be appropriate.

Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

An elder told me they weren’t able to get one salmon that summer. This happened to be the first house that I campaigned at in 2022 while visiting another community. The elder was distraught, but was happy to hear that I was interested in representing her to share her story.

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

I think you can only do so much. With the legislature changing the PFD and the Governor vetoing the PFD in 2016, I don’t think it’s right. This was not at the wishes of the whole state of Alaska. Power can be misused.

What is the first bill you would introduce if elected?

Education bill to help our paraprofessionals become teachers. Our paraprofessionals are not fully supported, and in the summer months are often unemployed. At the same time cannot collect unemployment because they technically work 3/4 of a year. That needs to be changed. We need to support our paraprofessionals.

What committees interest you?

House Finance, House Rules, Education, community and regional affairs

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

It is important for our government to be transparent with what is going on financially.

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