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Josiah Patkotak
Aullaqsruaq
(7 31 2024) Josiah Patkotak (cropped).jpg
Patkotak in 2024
Mayor of North Slope Borough
Assumed office
October 10, 2023
Preceded by Harry Brower
Speaker of the Alaska House of Representatives
Acting
February 4, 2021 – February 11, 2021
Preceded by Bryce Edgmon
Succeeded by Louise Stutes
Member of the Alaska House of Representatives
from the 40th district
In office
January 11, 2021 – October 10, 2023
Preceded by John Lincoln
Succeeded by Thomas Baker
Personal details
Born (1994-03-22) March 22, 1994 (age 31)
Barrow, Alaska, U.S.
Political party Independent

Josiah Aullaqsruaq Patkotak, born on March 22, 1994, is an Iñupiaq politician from Alaska. He has served in important roles, representing his community. His last name, Patkotak, is pronounced Patkutaq in the Iñupiaq language.

Who is Josiah Patkotak?

Josiah Patkotak is a public servant from Alaska. He works to make decisions for his community and state. He is known for being an independent politician, which means he doesn't belong to a major political party.

Early Life and Background

Josiah Patkotak was born in Barrow, Alaska. This city is now called Utqiagvik. He is a member of the Iñupiaq people, who are Native Alaskans.

Serving in the Alaska House

From 2021 to 2023, Josiah Patkotak was a member of the Alaska House of Representatives. He represented District 40. This means he was a lawmaker for his area in the state government. He was elected in 2020.

During his time in the House, he briefly served as the acting Speaker of the Alaska House of Representatives. The Speaker is the leader of the House.

Becoming Mayor

In October 2023, Josiah Patkotak was elected as the mayor of North Slope Borough. This is a large area in northern Alaska. After winning the election, he resigned from the Alaska House to take on his new role as mayor.

Beyond Politics

Before becoming a politician, Josiah Patkotak also had an acting role. He played the main character in a movie called On the Ice (2011). The movie was directed by Andrew Okpeaha MacLean.

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