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| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/year-end-omnibus-appropriations-package-signed-into-law | Year-End Omnibus Appropriations Package Signed Into Law | 2020-12-28 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.28.20 Year-End Omnibus Appropriations Package Signed Into Law U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) applauded a year-end omnibus bill being signed into law, which includes a 12-bill appropriations package to fund the government through the end of Fiscal Year 2021, including Senator Murkowski's Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies appropriations bill. This historic funding package also provides nearly $900 billion for COVID-19 relief; Senator Murkowski's bipartisan, bicameral Energy Act of 2020; a bipartisan compromise to address the issue of Surprise Medical Billing; a major tax extenders package, and more. I am glad that Congress was able to put our differences aside and work together in a bipartisan manner to do what's right for our nation. Together, we've crafted an omnibus bill which directs critical federal funding to where it is needed most, said Senator Murkowski. The 12-bill appropriations package invests in every sector of America. It will create economic opportunities for Alaskans, strengthen our national defense and military infrastructure, support Alaska's fisheries, and invest in transportation. It includes funding for a number of Native and rural programs, as well as provisions to protect Alaska's land and people. Building on my efforts to address Alaska's public safety crisis, including the crisis of missing, trafficked, and murdered indigenous women, additional funding is included for the BIA to continue to address those issues. We secured a number of funding initiatives that will build on my work to increase America's presence in the Arctic, as well as funding is included to improve healthcare for Alaskans. Full funding is also included for the PILT program which supports vital services, such as firefighting and police protection, construction of public schools and roads, and search-and-rescue operations. Reaching this agreement took significant bipartisan compromise from members across the board, and I'm proud to have been a part of that good work. The President's decision to… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-statement-on-ndaa-veto | Murkowski Statement on NDAA Veto | 2020-12-24 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.24.20 Murkowski Statement on NDAA Veto President Donald J. Trump vetoed H.R. 6395, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021. Following the announcement, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) released the following statement: It's incredible that the President chose to veto the annual National Defense Authorization Act, particularly because his reason for doing so is an issue not related to national defense. Congress has passed a defense authorization bill for 60 years, which emphasizes the priority. In Alaska and across our nation, military members and their families are grappling with the challenges of COVID-19 while standing on the front lines of our national defense. This is a disservice to military members, their families, and our nation, said Senator Murkowski. It is pivotal that this bill becomes law so that our service members, their families and veterans receive the support they have earned and our military forces are fully equipped to defend our national interests. Related Issues: Defense Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-outlines-covid-19-emergency-relief-bill-in-year-end-omnibus-package | Murkowski Outlines COVID-19 Emergency Relief Bill in Year-End Omnibus Package | 2020-12-23 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.23.20 Murkowski Outlines COVID-19 Emergency Relief Bill in Year-End Omnibus Package The U.S. Senate passed a year-end omnibus bill, the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, which includes nearly $900 billion in targeted COVID-19 emergency relief for vulnerable Americans. The final COVID-19 emergency relief package was based on the Bipartisan COVID-19 Emergency Relief Act of 2020, legislation which Senator Murkowski recently unveiled alongside U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Susan Collins (R-ME), Mark Warner (D-VA), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Angus King (I-ME), Mitt Romney (R-UT), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Rob Portman (R-OH), and Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Representatives Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) and Tom Reed (R-NY-23). The health and economic impacts of COVID-19 have been devastating, having touched every corner of the nation. Americans are counting on Congress for support. Following months of standstill and arguing over COVID-19 negotiations, I joined a bipartisan, bicameral group of colleagues committed to find compromise. We put our differences aside, put in the necessary time, and developed an emergency relief framework that put Americans first. I am proud to have been a part of a good-faith effort which led to the final COVID-19 relief legislation before us today, said Senator Murkowski. For small businesses struggling to keep their doors open, additional funding is included for the Paycheck Protection Program. The bill also temporarily provides $300 per week supplemental unemployment insurance as well as a $600 economic impact payments for many Americans who are struggling to make ends meet. The bill includes funding to support health care providers, schools, renters facing eviction, the Postal Service, and the food insecure. The bill also includes funding to expand the purchase and distribution of vaccines, taking us one step closer to ending the pandemic. There is still work to be done, but the targeted relief measures included in this bill will deliver direct and timely results … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sullivan-schatz-cantwell-bill-to-strengthen-improve-noaa-corps-signed-into-law | Sullivan-Schatz-Cantwell Bill to Strengthen, Improve NOAA Corps Signed into Law | 2020-12-23 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=46 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) and Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.) today welcomed the signing of S. 2981, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Commissioned Officer Corps Amendments Act of 2020, their bill to improve and modernize the management of the NOAA Commissioned Officer Corps. “The mission and work of NOAA and the NOAA Corps are incredibly important to Alaska, the state with our nation’s largest fishery, more coastline than the Lower 48 states combined, and America’s only Arctic territory,” said Senator Sullivan. “NOAA officers perform highly-specialized duties with the same sense of service and dedication as our other uniformed services, and I appreciate the President for signing our legislation to more fully embrace the NOAA Corps’ contributions to our country.” “NOAA Corps officers fly Hurricane Hunters into storms threatening Hawaii on a moment’s notice and at great risk to themselves to keep us safe. With our bill now law, we will finally recognize the critical work they do by providing them with the support they deserve,” said Senator Schatz. “For over 100 years, the NOAA Commissioned Officer Corps has conducted the highest quality science missions to inform fisheries management and research, which is fundamental in supporting Washington’s maritime economy,” said Senator Cantwell. “In addition to investing in the NOAA Corps, this bill will pave the way for future innovative collaborations, as well as advance meaningful improvements in sexual assault and harassment policies to protect women serving in the NOAA Corps.” The NOAA Corps is one of the eight uniformed services of the United States. The 321 officers of the NOAA Corps operate NOAA’s ship and aircraft fleet, and are deployed for extended periods fulfilling NOAA’s missions. Officers also routinely support the missions of the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Coast Guard when necessary. The legislation will improve personnel management and readiness of the Corps, strengthen recruitment an… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401852 | Reps. Price, Young Secure $15 Million for New World Languages Program in Omnibus Appropriations Bill | 2020-12-22 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC(December22, 2020) Today,Congressman David Price (D-NC)andCongressman Don Young (R-AK)announced that$15 millionto beginthe World Language Advancement and ReadinessGrants programwas includedin the Fiscal Year 2021(FY21)omnibus appropriations bill. This program wasoriginally authorizedin December 2019as part of theFiscal Year 2020 (FY20) National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). It wasbased on theWorld Language Advancement and Readiness Act(H.R. 1094), a billintroduced by Reps. Price and Youngin response toreports highlighting the shortfalls in language and cultural skills in the United States. These shortfalls areunfortunatelyalso foundinour nation's military and intelligence communities,whichcould threaten ournational security,priorities,and missions around the globe.This newprogram willallow the federal government to provide support forhigh-qualityworld language programs in Department of Defense Education Activity (DoDEA) schools and school systems nationwide that host a Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps (JROTC) program. Studies showthatthe U.S. lags behind itsglobalpeers in language and cultural skills, and the World Language Advancement and Readiness Grants program is a first steptowardscorrectingthese deficiencies and ensuringbetteropportunitiesfor studentsand educators,said Congressman Price. I'm pleased this year's government funding bill includes$15 million infunding to stand up this grant program,improvingour national competitiveness in anincreasingly globalizedworld. "We should be doing all we can to ensure that America's students are equipped to become leaders in business and civic life," said Congressman Don Young. "I have been a longtime advocate for advancing language and cultural skills. I am pleased that the omnibus includes first-ever funding for the World Language Advancement and Readiness Grants program, created in partnership with my good friend, Congressman David Price. This funding will help America keep pace with other nations by providing the language education our s… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/critical-year-end-bill-package-passes-us-senate | Critical Year-End Bill Package Passes U.S. Senate | 2020-12-22 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.22.20 Critical Year-End Bill Package Passes U.S. Senate Includes FY2021 Appropriations Bills, COVID-19 Relief Funding, Murkowski-Manchin Energy Bill, Tax Extenders Package, Health Care Package Today, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) applauded Senate passage of a year-end omnibus bill, which includes 12 appropriations bills to fund the government through the end of Fiscal Year 2021, among which is Senator Murkowski's Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies appropriations bill. This historic funding package also includes a nearly $900 billion COVID-19 relief package; Senator Murkowski's bipartisan, bicameral Energy Act of 2020; a bipartisan compromise to address the issue of Surprise Medical Billing; a major tax extenders package, and more. The bill passed the Senate with a 91-7 vote and now heads to the President's desk. Today the Senate passed a year-end bill package that includes significant targeted emergency relief for hardworking Americans and their families at a time when they need it most. As a result of COVID-19, Alaskans are struggling with so much uncertainty, including devastating health impacts, economic disparity, and difficult changes to their everyday lives. I spent weeks working with a bipartisan group of colleagues from both chambers on a relief bill, and that product spurred action that resulted in the bill we passed today. This legislation is not the end-all, be-all of COVID-19 relief, but it will provide Americans and Alaskans with much-needed support to help get them through this difficult time, said Senator Murkowski. In addition to COVID-19 relief funding, the package also includes a number of other policy initiatives that are critical to Americans, including appropriations bills to fund the entire federal government on a bipartisan basis, and a number of bills to address the quality and cost of healthcare.I'm also proud that through my leadership as Chairman of the Energy and… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-applauds-senate-passage-of-interior-appropriations-bill- | Murkowski Applauds Senate Passage of Interior Appropriations Bill | 2020-12-22 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.22.20 Murkowski Applauds Senate Passage of Interior Appropriations Bill Improves Health, Safety and, Livelihoods of Alaskans U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) applauded Senate passage of an Appropriations Package for Fiscal Year 2021, which included the Interior-Environment Appropriations bill. As chairman of the Interior Subcommittee, Murkowski crafted a bill which invests in health and wellness, reduces regulatory burdens, increases economic opportunity, improves Alaskans' abilities to respond to natural disasters, support for the arts and humanities, and more. Building on my long-standing efforts to address issues of public safety in rural Alaska, including the crisis of missing, trafficked, and murdered indigenous women, additional funding is included to support the BIA. Full funding is included for the PILT program which supports vital government services, such as firefighting and police protection, construction of public schools and roads, and search-and-rescue operations. The bill invests in mineral security, aids Alaska's timber industry, and supports Alaska's public lands. To improve the health and safety of Alaskans the bill includes support for a Zero Suicide Initiative, alcohol and substance abuse prevention programs, and village built clinics, said Senator Murkowski. Throughout my time as chairman of the Interior Appropriations Subcommittee, I've worked hard to ensure the needs of Alaskans are well-represented. This year, with the added health and economic challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic, the fiscal security and stability this bill brings is as important as ever. Click here for a full list of FY2021 Alaska Interior Appropriations Bill Highlights. Investing in Clean Air, Water, and Land The bill increases funding for Targeted Airshed Grants to ensure communities like Fairbanks have the resources to continue to reduce harmful levels of PM 2.5. The bill provides robust fundin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401850 | Congressman Don Youngs Legislation to Create Opportunities for Young People in the Fishing Industry Passes the Senate, Heads to the Presidents Desk | 2020-12-21 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. Last night, the Young Fishermen's Development Act (H.R. 1240), legislation authored by Alaska Congressman Don Young, was passed by the U.S. Senate. H.R. 1240 addresses the longtime decline in younger Americans entering the commercial fishing industry. This legislation would create the first ever national grant program through the Department of Commerce to support training, education, and workforce development for the nation's next generation of commercial fishermen. H.R. 1240 was introduced earlier in the 116th Congress with Representative Jared Golden (D-ME), along with original cosponsors Representatives Seth Moulton (D-MA) and Aumua Amata (R-American Samoa). The bill passed the House earlier this month and now heads to the President's desk. The Senate companion, S.496 was sponsored by Senator Dan Sullivan. "I want to sincerely thank my colleagues in the Senate for passing this crucial legislation, and special thanks is due to our Senator, Dan Sullivan, for his leadership on this bill. Passage of the Young Fishermen's Development Act is welcome news for Alaska's fishing industry, and young people across the country hoping to make a living on the water. Young commercial fishermen are facing bigger challenges than ever before new barriers to entry, limited training opportunities, lack of support, and now, a global pandemic," said Congressman Don Young. "Fishing is important not only to Alaskan culture, but it is central to our rich history. Our legislation is about supporting the livelihoods of fishing communities across the nation by making the next generation aware of the opportunities available in the commercial fishing industry. I am grateful to my friends, Representatives Golden, Moulton, and Amata, for partnering with me on this initiative. My work on behalf of our fishing fleet is not done. The COVID-19 pandemic has devastated our fishermen, processors, and countless others who depend on a strong, thriving seafood industry. In the 117th Congress, I will continue fighting for a future of… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401851 | Congressman Don Young Issues Statement Following Passage of COVID Relief and Government Funding Package | 2020-12-21 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Don Young Issues Statement Following Passage of COVID Relief and Government Funding Package Washington, D.C. Following House passage of legislation to provide for federal government appropriations and COVID-19 relief, Alaska Congressman Don Young released the following statement: "It is no secret that we are living through unprecedented times. Amid a global pandemic and in the midst of the holidays, families in Alaska and across the country have been left wondering if they will be able to put food on their dinner tables, make rent, or send their children back to school. COVID-19 has devastated our economy, and the threat of a government shutdown would have only made it worse. Americans are counting on Congress not only to deliver pandemic relief, but to keep the federal government open for the countless military families and public servants most threatened by a shutdown. It is my great hope that this package provides the assistance necessary to get our families through the holidays, and into a New Year full of opportunity, growth, and the end of this pandemic. This is a vital bill that arrives at a critical moment in our fight against COVID-19. Individuals and families will once again receive direct cash assistance, expanded Unemployment Insurance will be available for those who need it, and the highly successful Paycheck Protection Program will make billions available to help keep our businesses open and employees on the payroll. I am pleased that we have reached a deal on COVID relief and government funding. Full-year funding and resources to save lives and livelihoods is a significant accomplishment. But our nation deserves confidence and stability; eleventh-hour negotiations and arbitrary dayslong government funding extensions are no way to govern. Too many people are hurting in what otherwise should be a joyous time of year. Our constituents sent us to Washington to keep our country running; shutdowns are never the answer, and we must recommit… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401853 | Bonamici, Young, Deutch Bill to Strengthen Marine Energy Passes House | 2020-12-21 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, DC [12/21/20] Today the House passed bipartisan legislation to increase federal investments in marine energy led by Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR), Congressman Don Young (R-AK), and Congressman Ted Deutch (D-FL). The Water Power Research and Development Act strengthens water power programs at the Department of Energy (DOE) and provides funding for research, development, demonstration, and commercialization of marine energy. The legislation passed the Houseas part of a funding and COVID relief package. It will authorize $186.6 million for the DOE Water Power Technologies Office over the next four years, including $137.4 million for federal investments in marine energy. Our ocean holds tremendous potential to mitigate the climate crisis, but for too long the power of waves, tides, and currents has been an untapped clean energy resource,said Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici.We must expedite our transition to a 100 percent clean energy economy, and scaling up the development of marine energy technologies can help sustainably power our homes, buildings, and communities, and also create good-paying jobs. I am thrilled that our Water Power Research and Development Act will be signed into law because it will accelerate innovative research and development, including the efforts of Oregon State University and the Pacific Marine Energy Center. I appreciate the support and collaboration of Rep. Don Young and Rep. Ted Deutch in moving this bill forward. "Hydropower is crucially important to Alaska, and I am very proud that the Water Power Research and Development Act has made it into the final omnibus package. I have long supported harnessing Alaska's vast hydropower capabilities. I was very proud to support projects such as the Terror Lake Hydroelectric Plant and the Swan Lake Hydroelectric Project. Both of these ventures are generating energy, and sustaining good-paying jobs in our communities,"said Congressman Don Young."As a nation, we need to get serious about helping renewables compete on a level pla… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-manchin-house-colleagues-reach-agreement-on_energy-package-for-year-end-appropriations-bill | Murkowski, Manchin, House Colleagues Reach Agreement on Energy Package for Year-End Appropriations Bill | 2020-12-21 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.21.20 Murkowski, Manchin, House Colleagues Reach Agreement on Energy Package for Year-End Appropriations Bill U.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, and Joe Manchin, D-W.Va., today announced that their bipartisan, bicameral Energy Act of 2020 has been included as Division Z of the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021, must-pass legislation that will be considered in the House and Senate starting today. The Energy Act features consensus provisions from the Senate's American Energy Innovation Act (S. 2657) and the House's Clean Economy Innovation and Jobs Act (H.R. 4447). It stands to become the first comprehensive modernization of our nation's energy policies in 13 years. Murkowski and Manchin, Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, spent months negotiating with Chairman Frank Pallone, D-N.J.-6, and Ranking Member Greg Walden, R-Ore.-2, of the House Committee on Energy and Commerce, as well as with Chairwoman Eddie Bernice Johnson, D-Texas-30, and Ranking Member Frank Lucas, R-Okla.-3, of the House Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, to reach six-corner' agreement on the final package. The Energy Act represents the first modernization of our nation's energy policies in well over a decade. This bipartisan package will foster innovation across the board on a range of technologies that are critical to our energy and national security, our long-term economic competitiveness, and the protection of our environment, Chairman Murkowski said. This has been a years-long effort that would not have been possible without great partners on both our committee and the committees of jurisdiction in the House of Representatives. I'm also grateful to Leader McConnell and Senator Schumer for recognizing the importance of our work and agreeing to include it in this year-end legislation. This all-of-the-above energy package is the first comprehensive national energy policy update in 13 years. The Energy Act of 2020 provides a down payment on the technologies th… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/-six-sullivan-veterans-bills-headed-to-presidents-desk-including-k2-toxic-exposure-study | Six Sullivan Veterans Bills Headed to President’s Desk, Including K2 Toxic Exposure Study | 2020-12-21 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=46 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), a member of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee (SVAC), thanked his colleagues for recently passing the Johnny Isakson and David P. Roe, M.D. Veterans Health Care and Benefits Improvement Act,a large package of veterans legislation featuring six bills championed by Sullivan, including S. 4384, theK2 Veterans Advocacy Act of 2020. The bill, introduced with Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), directs the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to enter into an agreement with the administrator of the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, a federal agency within the Department of Health and Human Services, to assess possible linkages between toxic exposure at Karshi-Khanabad Air Base (K2) in Uzbekistan and cancers and other diseases experienced by U.S. service members and veterans. “There is a long and troubling history of our courageous men and women in uniform being exposed to toxic substances during their service overseas, and K2 is strongly suspected of being a hot-spot for such exposure, including for a number of veterans in Alaska who have reached out to my office,”said Senator Sullivan. “In order to get to the bottom of this serious concern, my legislation moves to establish what toxic substances were present at K2, the medical conditions that these veterans have experienced, and the possible links between the two. I thank my colleagues for joining me in this critical first step, one of many that we need to take in order to do right by these service members and their families.” Between 2001 and 2005, approximately 7,000 U.S. military service members served at K2 in support of Operation Enduring Freedom. A 2015 study conducted by the U.S. Army found that service members who had deployed to K2 were more than five times as likely to develop cancer as their counterparts deployed to South Korea. Since the study, it is estimated that the number of veterans suffering from cancer and other serious medical conditions has increased dramatically, with … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sullivan-votes-for-covid-19-relief-government-funding-bill | Sullivan Votes for COVID-19 Relief, Government Funding Bill | 2020-12-21 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=46 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) voted with 91 of his Senate colleagues on Monday for a COVID-19 relief package and an omnibus appropriations bill that funds the government through September 30, 2021. This critical piece of legislation—along with the recently passed National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which included the Coast Guard Authorization Act for the first time ever—makes great strides in supporting America’s front-line health care workers and the fight against COVID-19; providing relief to families, small businesses, and hard-working Alaskans; bolstering the state’s economic recovery from the pandemic; funding necessary infrastructure, including ports and harbors; and strengthening Alaska’s fisheries. Senator Sullivan, working hand-in-glove with Senator Lisa Murkowski and Congressman Don Young (both R-Alaska), and groups from across the state, played a critical role in these accomplishments, which are detailed below. “It’s been a very difficult time for our state and our country—and we are going to continue to face challenges in the months ahead,” said Senator Sullivan. “But there is hope in both the near term and in the long term. Through the remarkable triumph of science, a whole-of-government approach, and private sector involvement, Americans and Alaskans will soon be offered a vaccine, and this COVID relief bill will help ensure that Alaskans across our state have access to it, along with a surge of resources to medical professionals on the front lines. “This legislation also includes a second round of Paycheck Protection Program funding for the hardest-hit small businesses, including our seasonal businesses and our fishermen, and additional money to help schools reopen and safely operate. But Alaskans also need to know that we are working to ensure that our economy is set to come back strong once we get through this pandemic. The recently-passed NDAA authorizes more than $150 million for our state. Also, within the water and infrastructure portion of the omnibus bill, … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/final-covid-19-emergency-relief-package-based-on-original-bipartisan-bicameral-legislation | FINAL COVID-19 EMERGENCY RELIEF PACKAGE BASED ON ORIGINAL BIPARTISAN, BICAMERAL LEGISLATION | 2020-12-20 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.20.20 FINAL COVID-19 EMERGENCY RELIEF PACKAGE BASED ON ORIGINAL BIPARTISAN, BICAMERAL LEGISLATION Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Susan Collins (R-ME), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Mark Warner (D-VA), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Angus King (I-ME), Mitt Romney (R-UT), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Rob Portman (R-OH), and Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Problem Solvers Caucus Co-Chairs Representatives Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) and Tom Reed (R-NY-23) applauded the final COVID-19 emergency relief package. Following months of deadlock in Congress while millions of Americans were at risk of losing their lifelines, we put our heads down and worked around the clock for nearly a month to produce a bipartisan, bicameral bill to address the emergency needs of our country. We are relieved Congress has finally agreed on a COVID-19 emergency relief package. Our consensus bill was the foundation of this final package and we applaud Congressional leadership for finishing what we started. Workers, businesses, and families need help right now and we urge our colleagues to quickly pass this bill and President Trump to immediately sign the legislation to provide Americans with relief. Related Issues: COVID-19 Resource Page Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sullivan-honors-linda-behnken-as-alaskan-of-the-week | Sullivan Honors Linda Behnken as “Alaskan of the Week” | 2020-12-19 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=46 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—On the floor of the U.S. Senate on Wednesday, Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) recognized Linda Behnken, of Sitka, the executive director of the Alaska Longline Fishermen’s Association. Linda was recently honored with the prestigious Heinz Award for the Environment for her work championing sustainable fisheries and helping to preserve Alaska’s coastal ecosystems. Senator Sullivan recognized Behnken as part of his series, “Alaskan of the Week.” TRIBUTE TO LINDA BEHNKEN Mr. President, it is getting toward the end of the week here. We still have got a lot of work to do in the U.S. Senate, particularly on a relief package and end-of-the-year appropriations. So we are working hard on that. But I also want to take the opportunity, given it is the end of the week, to do what I consider one of my favorite activities of the entire week each week in the Senate, and that is talking about someone in my State who is making a difference, helping out our communities and making Alaska one of the best States--the best State, in my view--in the country. This is the individual we call the Alaskan of the Week. So I want to do an acknowledgment to some of our Hill reporters who have taken an interest in the ``Alaskan of the Week'' each week. I think sometimes because they recognize it is finishing up the week. We are not yet done yet, though. We have a lot of work to do. But I also appreciate them reporting on it because it is just good to see stories about people who are doing good work for their State and their community. What we try to do with this series, which we have been doing now for a number of years, is to talk about people who don't always get the recognition that they deserve, people who are making a big difference. You know, Alaska, like really every other State in the country, is experiencing serious challenges right now as a result of COVID-19, but I am confident, just like the rest of the country, we will get through this more resilient than ever. We have a saying. I certainly love this saying: T… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401849 | Bipartisan Save Our Seas 2.0 Act Signed into Law | 2020-12-18 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), and Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (D-Ore.) and Don Young (R-Alaska), today welcomed the signing of theSave Our Seas(SOS) 2.0 Act, the most comprehensive legislation ever passed by Congress to address the plastic debris crisis threatening coastal ecosystems and communities, and harming marine life. After two years of collaboration, hard work and advocacy, I am incredibly excited to announce that the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act is now the law of the land,said Senator Sullivan. This historic accomplishment is the result of so many people who love our oceans: members of Congress who span the country and political spectrum, members of the administration, stakeholders in industry and environmental groups, and everyday citizens. SOS 2.0 will improve America's ability to clean up waste, advance international cooperation with nations responsible for the majority of trash entering the oceans, and explore innovative ways to manage and even reuse plastic waste. This bill will be particularly important for Alaska, a state that disproportionately experiences the impact of ocean debris with our thousands of miles of coastline. I commend President Trump for signing SOS 2.0 into law, and I also thank my colleaguesSheldon Whitehouse, Bob Menendez, Suzanne Bonamici, Don Young, and all of the other cosponsorsfor being such strong partners and champions for our oceans, fisheries, wildlife and coastal communities. Save Our Seas 2.0 is officially lawanother milestone in our effort to clean up marine debris and ocean plastic pollution across the globe,said Senator Whitehouse, who co-founded the bipartisan Senate Oceans Caucus to find common ground in responding to issues facing the oceans and coasts.I'm grateful for the bipartisan partnership of Senators Sullivan and Menendez on this issue.We're already hard at work expanding on the laws we've passed to tackle the scourge of plastic waste washing up on shores from coast to coast… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/bipartisan-bicameral-group-finish-what-we-started- | BIPARTISAN, BICAMERAL GROUP: FINISH WHAT WE STARTED | 2020-12-18 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.18.20 BIPARTISAN, BICAMERAL GROUP: FINISH WHAT WE STARTED Today, U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Susan Collins (R-ME), Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Mark Warner (D-VA), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Angus King (I-ME), Mitt Romney (R-UT), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Rob Portman (R-OH), and Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Problem Solvers Caucus Co-Chairs Representatives Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) and Tom Reed (R-NY-23) called on Congress to deliver immediate COVID-19 relief to the American people. Earlier this week, the Senators and the Problem Solvers Caucus shared two bills, one of which, the bipartisan COVID-19 Emergency Relief Act of 2020, is serving as the framework for the final COVID-19 relief package. Today we find ourselves in the middle of a global pandemic that has taken the lives of more than 310,000 Americans, and hours away from a government shutdown that threatens to delay urgent aid to people in need throughout the nation. We must set our differences aside. The American people elected us to govern on their behalf, and at a time when they need us more than ever we must end the partisan games and meet this moment together for the good of the country. On Monday, our bipartisan, bicameral group presented a bill that helps provide for the emergency needs of the millions of families struggling to make ends meet. Once again, we encourage the leaders to finish what we started and deliver immediate assistance to the workers, families and businesses that need it most. Related Issues: COVID-19 Resource Page Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-statement-on-fda-approval-of-moderna-covid-19-vaccine | Murkowski Statement on FDA Approval of Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine | 2020-12-18 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.18.20 Murkowski Statement on FDA Approval of Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) issued the following statement after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted an emergency use authorization for Moderna's COVID-19 Vaccine, the second to receive such approval in the U.S. The FDA approval of a second highly effective and safe vaccine option is welcomed news, as it will not only substantially increase America's vaccine supply, but will also provide additional shipping options for hard to reach areasparticularly important for a state like Alaska, said Senator Murkowski. With Pfizer vaccines currently being distributed and Moderna vaccines arriving as soon as next week, this is a strong signal of hope for Alaskans as they continue to navigate the significant health and economic challenges of COVID-19. It is still vital that Alaskans continue to follow public health guidelines, including wearing masks, avoiding large gatherings, and social distancing, but the roll-out of these two vaccines is significant progress. This is the light at the end of the tunnel that we've all been waiting for. Related Issues: COVID-19 Resource Page Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/bipartisan-save-our-seas-20-act-signed-into-law | Bipartisan Save Our Seas 2.0 Act Signed into Law | 2020-12-18 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=46 | scraper | SOS 2.0 is America’s most comprehensive marine debris legislation ever WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), and Representatives Suzanne Bonamici (D-Ore.) and Don Young (R-Alaska), today welcomed the signing of the Save Our Seas (SOS) 2.0 Act, the most comprehensive legislation ever passed by Congress to address the plastic debris crisis threatening coastal ecosystems and communities, and harming marine life. “After two years of collaboration, hard work and advocacy, I am incredibly excited to announce that the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act is now the law of the land,” said Senator Sullivan. “This historic accomplishment is the result of so many people who love our oceans: members of Congress who span the country and political spectrum, members of the administration, stakeholders in industry and environmental groups, and everyday citizens. SOS 2.0 will improve America’s ability to clean up waste, advance international cooperation with nations responsible for the majority of trash entering the oceans, and explore innovative ways to manage and even reuse plastic waste. This bill will be particularly important for Alaska, a state that disproportionately experiences the impact of ocean debris with our thousands of miles of coastline. I commend President Trump for signing SOS 2.0 into law, and I also thank my colleagues—Sheldon Whitehouse, Bob Menendez, Suzanne Bonamici, Don Young, and all of the other cosponsors—for being such strong partners and champions for our oceans, fisheries, wildlife and coastal communities.” “Save Our Seas 2.0 is officially law—another milestone in our effort to clean up marine debris and ocean plastic pollution across the globe,” said Senator Whitehouse, who co-founded the bipartisan Senate Oceans Caucus to find common ground in responding to issues facing the oceans and coasts. “I’m grateful for the bipartisan partnership of Senators Sullivan and Menendez on this issue. We’re already hard at work expanding on the laws we’… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/national-landslide-preparedness-act-heads-to-presidents-desk | National Landslide Preparedness Act Heads to Presidents Desk | 2020-12-17 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.17.20 National Landslide Preparedness Act Heads to President's Desk The Senate yesterday passed bipartisan, bicameral legislation to help communities prepare for and respond to landslides and other natural hazards, sending it to the President's desk for signature. The Senate first passed S. 529, the National Landslide Preparedness Act, in July, and yesterday unanimously passed a modified version of the bill as H.R. 8810, which the House of Representatives passed and sent to the Senate last week. Sens. Murkowski, R-Alaska, and Maria Cantwell, D-Wash., along with Sens. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, Cory Gardner, R-Colo., Ron Wyden, D-Ore., and Dianne Feinstein, D-Calif., shepherded the bill through the Senate a second time. The legislation will improve emergency preparedness and planning by targeting key gaps in current science and mapping, which are critical to understanding landslide hazards and risks. The passage of this legislation is particularly timely in the wake of landslides that have impacted Southeast Alaska in recent weeks. Two young Alaskans remain missing after landslides devastated Haines earlier this month, which remains under threat of even more landslides, Murkowski said. The tragedy in Haines, the threat from the Barry Arm landslide in Prince William Sound, and the 2015 Sitka landslides are some recent real-world examples of why there needs to be a national strategy to prepare for, monitor, and respond to landslides. I'm glad that we can finally round out the suite of hazards programs and complement the great work already being done by our federal partners to address earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, and avalanches. Six years after the Osolandslide, everyone in the State of Washington remembers the devastating impactslandslides can have, Cantwell said.This bill woulddramaticallyincrease our use of LIDAR data needed to map, identify, and track landslide risk areas. Employing our best science and mapping technologies will help communities across our state save lives, safeguard pr… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/qanda-with-murkowski-bipartisan-bicameral-covid-19-emergency-relief-package | Q&A WITH MURKOWSKI: Bipartisan, Bicameral Covid-19 Emergency Relief Package | 2020-12-17 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.17.20 Q&A WITH MURKOWSKI: Bipartisan, Bicameral Covid-19 Emergency Relief Package Murkowski Highlights Alaska Highlights This week, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) joined U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Susan Collins (R-ME), Mark Warner (D-VA), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Angus King (I-ME), Mitt Romney (R-UT), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Rob Portman (R-OH), and Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Representatives Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) and Tom Reed (R-NY-23) to unveil the legislative text for the two bipartisan, bicameral COVID-19 emergency relief bills. Today, Senator Murkowski took part in a Q&A to help further explain details of the legislation. QUESTION 1: WHAT ARE SOME OF THE NOTABLE WINS FOR ALASKA IN THE TWO-BILL PROPOSAL? CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO QUESTION 2: WHAT MAKES THIS COVID-19 EMERGENCY RELIEF PROPOSAL UNIQUE? CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO I think what is important to recognize is what went into this. This bipartisan, bicameral group was initially four Republicans and four Democrats. We actually met at my house for a dinner. We came together to talk about what we might be able to dohow we could respond to the urgency of the issue. We broadened that group to include members of the Problem Solvers Caucus in the House, said Senator Murkowski. This is a reflection of the good work that can come when you've got a commitment to work together to really reach compromise when Americans are in need. We know this is not the end-all and be-all; we were trying to focus on targeted emergency relief and that's what you see reflected in this proposal. It's something the American people have asked for, something Alaskans need, and I am proud to have put my muscle behind it. QUESTION 3: WHAT MESSAGE DO YOU HAVE FOR ALASKANS? CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO I think people need to know that when things are really hard, members can come togetheracross parties, across the halls of Congressand say what is it that we … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/icymi-sullivan-whitehouse-and-menendez-celebrate-passage-of-save-our-seas-20-act | ICYMI: Sullivan, Whitehouse & Menendez Celebrate Passage of Save Our Seas 2.0 Act | 2020-12-16 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=46 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) yesterday held a colloquy on the Senate floor to celebrate Congress’s recent unanimous passage of the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act, their legislation, introduced in June of 2019, to address the plastic debris crisis threatening coastal economies and harming marine life. The legislation, which builds on the success and initiatives of the 2018 Save Our Seas Act, now awaits the President’s signature. The Save Our Seas 2.0 Act is composed of three main pieces: Strengthening the United States’ domestic marine debris response capability with a Marine Debris Foundation, a genius prize for innovation, and new research to tackle the issue. Enhancing global engagement to combat marine debris, including formalizing U.S. policy on international cooperation, enhancing federal agency outreach to other countries, and exploring the potential for a new international agreement on the challenge. Improving domestic infrastructure to prevent marine debris through new grants for and studies of waste management and mitigation. The Save Our Seas 2.0 Act is cosponsored by Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), Cory Booker (D-N.J.), Rob Portman (R-Ohio), Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Tom Carper (D-Del.), Susan Collins (R-Maine), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Chris Coons (D-Del.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), Ben Cardin (D-Md.), Mazie Hirono (D-Hawaii), David Perdue (R-Ga.), Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Angus King (I-Maine), and Roger Wicker (R-Miss.), in addition to Senators Whitehouse, Sullivan, and Menendez. TRANSCRIPT Mr. SULLIVAN. Madam President, I want to talk today with my colleagues Senator Menendez and Senator Whitehouse on a really important piece of legislation that is heading to the President's desk, and this is Save Our Seas 2.0. It is the follow-on to the Save Our Seas Act that we passed in the Congress last Congress, and that was an important one mostly about ocean cleanup, but we th… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sullivan-coons-graham-and-whitehouse-introduce-bipartisan-unite-for-our-oceans-act | Sullivan, Coons, Graham and Whitehouse introduce bipartisan UNITE for our Oceans Act | 2020-12-16 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=46 | scraper | Bill would direct the U.S. government to work with the international community to address plastic pollution and marine debris on a global scale WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Chris Coons (D-Del.), Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) introduced legislation that would bring the international community together to address the increasing amount of plastic and trash polluting the oceans and marine environments. The Unify Nations in Trash Elimination (UNITE) for our Oceans Actwould direct the U.S. government to work with international partners to finance promising projects that promote the sustainable management of materials and reduce the amount of plastic and other waste polluting the world’s oceans. The introduction of the legislation comes in the same month that Congress passed the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act, Sullivan’s legislation to further address the plastic debris crisis threatening coastal economies and harming marine life. “The UNITE for our Oceans Act is set to build on the groundswell of bipartisan progress we’ve seen in Congress on tackling the global marine debris crisis,” said Senator Sullivan. “Complementing the important initiatives of my Save Our Seas Act and the recently-passed SOS 2.0, our legislation will establish a Marine Debris Trust Fund, increase the grants available around the world to prevent debris from entering the ocean, and encourage the reuse and recycling of plastics and the use of sustainable alternatives. I thank Senators Coons, Graham, and Whitehouse for their partnership on this global environmental challenge that not only tremendously impacts Alaska’s economy and environment, but the world’s.” “Each year, billions of pounds of trash – much of it plastic – makes its way into our oceans. This incredible amount of harmful material is having devastating effects not only on marine animals and ecosystems, but also on human health and economies around the world,” said Senator Coons. “We cannot address this problem alone. I am proud to l… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/bipartisan-senators-representatives-share-details-of-two-bipartisan-covid-19-emergency-relief-bills | BIPARTISAN SENATORS, REPRESENTATIVES SHARE DETAILS OF TWO BIPARTISAN COVID-19 EMERGENCY RELIEF BILLS | 2020-12-14 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.14.20 BIPARTISAN SENATORS, REPRESENTATIVES SHARE DETAILS OF TWO BIPARTISAN COVID-19 EMERGENCY RELIEF BILLS Today, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) joined U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Susan Collins (R-ME), Mark Warner (D-VA), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Angus King (I-ME), Mitt Romney (R-UT), Maggie Hassan (D-NH), Rob Portman (R-OH), and Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Problem Solvers Caucus Co-Chairs Representatives Josh Gottheimer (D-NJ-5) and Tom Reed (R-NY-23) shared additional details for the two bipartisan, bicameral COVID-19 emergency relief bills. The Bipartisan COVID-19 Emergency Relief Act of 2020, shared by Senators Manchin, Collins, Warner, Cassidy, Shaheen, Murkowski, King, Romney, Hassan, Portman and Durbin would provide as much as $748 billion in relief to American students, families, businesses, workers, and health care providers during this crisis. The Bipartisan State and Local Support and Small Business Protection Act of 2020, shared by Senators Manchin, Collins, Cassidy, Murkowski, Romney and Portman would provide $160 billion in funding for state and local governments and liability protections. The Problem Solvers Caucus is working on a version in the House. The American people are hurting in ways we haven't seen in generations. The next several months are going to the most difficult stretch of the COVID-19 pandemic in this country, and we as Members of Congress have a responsibility to act. Food banks are overwhelmed with requests, small businesses are being forced to shut their doors again, we are on the verge of a devastating housing crisis and millions of Americans still find themselves unemployed. The two bipartisan, bicameral emergency relief bills shared today are a compromise that will carry the American people through April 1st of next year to ensure our healthcare crisis doesn't become an economic catastrophe. For Congress to do nothing in the face of a national crisis of this magnitude is unacceptable and I encourage my colleagues on both sides of the a… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-congratulates-president-elect-biden-and-vice-president-elect-harris-on-presidential-campaign-victory | Murkowski Congratulates President-elect Biden and Vice President-elect Harris on Presidential Campaign Victory | 2020-12-14 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.14.20 Murkowski Congratulates President-elect Biden and Vice President-elect Harris on Presidential Campaign Victory Thanks Trump Administration for Past Four Years U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) made the following statement after the Electoral College declared President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris as the winners of the 2020 presidential election: Today Electoral College delegations voted in their respective states. President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris have crossed the 270-vote threshold needed to be declared our elected President and Vice President. I congratulate them on their victory. I thank President Trump, Vice President Pence, and all who served within their administration for the contributions they made to our state, and our nation, during their time in office. On behalf of Alaska, I am grateful for their diligent work on our behalf. As the Biden administration begins their time in office, we are grappling with the ongoing pandemic, working to revitalize our economy, striving to address social justice issues, and tackling a number of challenging policy initiatives. Now, more than ever, is the time for us to come together as a nationto put differences aside move forward for the benefit of the American people. Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-welcomes-kaleb-froehlich-back-to-team-as-chief-of-staff | Murkowski Welcomes Kaleb Froehlich Back to Team as Chief of Staff | 2020-12-14 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.14.20 Murkowski Welcomes Kaleb Froehlich Back to Team as Chief of Staff Announces Promotions and Departures Today U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) welcomed Kaleb Froehlich back to her team in Washington, D.C. as her Chief of Staff and announced the promotion of Garrett Boyle to Deputy Chief of Staff. I am excited to welcome Kaleb back to my team, said Senator Murkowski. He has spent much of his career working on behalf of Alaskans and has a deep passion for our state. Kaleb's previous experience and strong work ethic will help us achieve many successes for Alaska. Kaleb Froehlich will become Senator Murkowski's Chief of Staff. Kaleb is a born and raised Alaskan from Juneau. He received his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Southern California and his law degree from the University of Virginia School of Law. From 2009-2014, Kaleb served as Senior Counsel to the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee under Sen. Murkowski. I am also pleased to announce that Garrett Boyle will be promoted to Deputy Chief of Staff and Chief Counsel, said Senator Murkowski. Garrett's steady shepherding of our legislative agenda as my Legislative Director has been both invaluable to the team and made the difference securing critical policy wins for Alaska. Boyle received his bachelor's degree from Seattle University and is a graduate of Tulane University School of Law.He was raised in small towns throughout Alaska, including Ouzinkie, Unalakleet, and Seward.Prior to joining Senator Murkowski's staff, he ran his own business dealing with oil and gas and patent law issues, and served as an extern in the Eastern District of Louisiana while in law school. I am blessed to able attract young Alaskans who want to serve their state in Washington to my office, said Senator Murkowski. But we all know Alaska is home and there comes a time when it is time to go home. I want to thank Michael Pawlowski Fish for his years… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sullivan-works-to-include-coast-guard-in-defense-authorization-for-first-time | Sullivan Works to Include Coast Guard in Defense Authorization for First Time | 2020-12-14 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=46 | scraper | Bill authorizes $745 million for 2nd U.S. heavy icebreaker in a generation WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) on Friday welcomed the Senate’s passage of the Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which included the Sullivan-authored Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2020, reauthorizing the U.S. Coast Guard for fiscal years 2020 through 2021. This is the first time the Coast Guard authorization bill has been coupled with the annual defense authorization, an effort that Sullivan has championed for several years. “It has long been a goal of mine to integrate the annual Coast Guard Authorization Act with the defense authorization that we pass every year with strong, bipartisan majorities,” said Senator Sullivan. “We did it this year, and I am hopeful this sets a good precedent for future NDAAs. By joining these authorizations together, we are demonstrating to our brave Coast Guardsmen that their service and sacrifice are just as important to our country as our other uniformed military members.” The 2020 reauthorization aims to ensure the Coast Guard can carry out vessel capitalization and infrastructure development, and support its range of missions, including maritime safety, drug and illegal migrant interdiction, U.S. laws at sea enforcement, protection of our nation’s borders, and support for Department of Defense operations. Importantly for Alaska, the bill also authorizes $745 million for the second heavy Polar-class icebreaker. In the Fiscal Year 2019 NDAA, Senator Sullivan secured a provision authorizing the construction of six new icebreakers for the Coast Guard, America’s first new icebreakers in forty years. A contract has since been awarded for the first icebreaker, with options to build up to three. Construction on the first new icebreaker will begin in 2021. “Alaskans know better than most the invaluable work done by the U.S. Coast Guard, which stands as the first line of defense, and rescue and crisis response for our 33,000 miles of coastline,” said Senator Su… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-applauds-new-polar-security-cutters-authorized-in-coast-guard-bill | Murkowski Applauds New Polar Security Cutters Authorized in Coast Guard Bill | 2020-12-13 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.13.20 Murkowski Applauds New Polar Security Cutters Authorized in Coast Guard Bill Icebreakers Critical to U.S. Arctic Operations U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) applauded the authorization of additional Polar Security Cutters (icebreakers) in the Coast Guard Reauthorization Act, which passed Congress as a part of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2021. The bipartisan provision was authored by U.S. Senators Maria Cantwell (D-WA), Roger Wicker (R-MS) and Dan Sullivan (R-AK). Since coming to the senate, Senator Murkowski has focused on Arctic issues, working to raise awareness of the significance of the region and is recognized as the congressional leader on the arctic. For years, Murkowski has led the charge to recapitalize and expand America's fleet of Polar Security Cutters to further prioritize the U.S. presence in the Arctic region. My priority in the arctic has long been to raise awareness of America's role in this rapidly evolving region. As recognized by this year's NDAA now, more than ever, it's time to move from awareness to action. As a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, I have worked aggressivelyto help secure a robust fleet of Polar Security Cutters to meet our nation's needs in the Arctic, to protect our interests in the region, and to strengthen our national security. I'm proud of the progress that we have made to help the U.S. strengthen its capacity and presence in the Arctic as other Arctic and non-Arctic nations expand theirs, said Senator Murkowski. The authorization of additional Polar Security Cutters in the final NDAA is significantand a sign that we are moving in the right direction. The reality is, there is a race on for the Arctic passageway, and we need to be ready, said Senator Cantwell. This formal authorization of six polar icebreakers will send a strong message to the rest of the world: the United States is showing up in the Arctic… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-comments-on-fda-authorization-of-pfizer-biontech-vaccine | Murkowski Comments on FDA Authorization of Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccine | 2020-12-12 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.12.20 Murkowski Comments on FDA Authorization of Pfizer-BioNTech Vaccine U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) issued the following statement after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) granted an emergency use authorization for the Pfizer-BioNTech coronavirus vaccine: The FDA authorized the Pfizer vaccine to combat COVID-19, meaning administration of the first doses for frontline health workers and long-term care facility residents in Alaska could begin as soon as next week. This is a major milestone in the fight against the pandemic, said Senator Murkowski. In the midst of the holiday season, adhering to the changes that COVID-19 requires of us is increasingly difficult. But, as the rollout of a nationwide vaccine distribution plan begins, it is as important as ever that all Alaskansall Americanscontinue to follow public health guidelines, including social distancing, avoiding large gatherings, wearing masks, and washing your hands. This announcement is good progress, but this is just the first step in a long journey back to normal'. As we navigate this phase of recovery, the best gift we can give each other is to continue our efforts to protect the health and safety of ourselves and others. Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401848 | New DOD Arctic Security Studies Center Approved by Congress | 2020-12-11 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. The U.S. Senate today passed theNational Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (NDAA), including a provision authorizing a new regional Department of Defense (DOD) Center named theTed StevensCenter for Arctic Security Studies.U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and chairman of Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support, successfully included key elements of a bill he introduced earlier this Congress with Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska). Congressman Don Young (R-Alaska) successfully included the provision in the House's version of the NDAA, which passed on Tuesday. The Ted Stevens Center, the first DOD regional center in the Arctic and the first new DOD regional center since 2000, will support defense strategy objectives and policy priorities through a unique academic forum, while also fostering strong international networks of security leaders. This year's defense authorization will be recognized as one of the most impactful in recent memory for our country, particularly for the Arctic region,said Senator Sullivan.In addition to the historic investments being made in the Arcticincluding new icebreakers,space-based communications, critical militaryinfrastructure, and new initiatives for remote locationswe will soon have an institute to cultivate theArcticpolicyexpertise that is desperately needed in the Department of Defense.In order to address the rise of Great Power' competitorsin the Arctic,the Ted Stevens Centerwill bea new focal point for strategic thinkingas it combines Alaska's extensive reserveofArctic expertise with the best and brightest minds from around the world. I want to thank Senator Murkowski, who conceived of this idea, and Congressman Young, who included the provision in the House NDAA. Both of them worked with me to make the Ted Stevens Center a reality and honor the legacy of the center's namesake, a seminal Alaskan leader on whose shoulders we stand today. Throughout his time in the Senate, the late Senato… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-applauds-senate-passage-of-ndaa | Murkowski Applauds Senate Passage of NDAA | 2020-12-11 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.11.20 Murkowski Applauds Senate Passage of NDAA U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) today voted in favor of the final Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). The bill passed the Senate by an 84-13 vote and now heads to the President's desk. This major national security bill authorizes the annual budget for the Department of Defense (DoD), providing funding for training and readiness, to improve the livelihoods of military members and their families, modernize military technology, and includes multiple provisions to address high rates of suicide among the military community. The legislation includes portions of a bill introduced by Senators Murkowski and Dan Sullivan (R-AK) which authorizes a new regional Department of Defense (DoD) Center for Arctic Security Studies. The Center, named after the late Ted Stevens, would be the first DoD Regional Center focused on the Arctic, its infrastructure and America's leadership in the region. The bill will also reform the Department of Defense's 1033 program, which authorizes the federal transfer of military equipment to state and local law enforcement agencies. Around the globe, emerging conflicts and security challenges require us to remain as vigilant as ever. In order to ensure America's national security, we must first ensure that our military forces are fully equipped to carry out their assigned duties, both on American soil and overseas. At a national level, this legislation invests in all sectors of the militarytechnology and equipment, training, infrastructure, and most importantly, the overall well-being of our troops and their families. We also include a pay raise for service members, provisions to help shore up some of the gaps in our military's mental and behavioral health needs, and reforms to the Department of Defense's 1033 program. Recognizing the emerging threats and challenges in the Arctic, this legislation prioritizes the needs of Alaska's military and America's role in the Arctic region. Within the legislation we aut… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/new-dod-arctic-security-studies-center-approved-by-congress | New DOD Arctic Security Studies Center Approved by Congress | 2020-12-11 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.11.20 New DOD Arctic Security Studies Center Approved by Congress The U.S. Senate today passed theNational Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (NDAA),including a provision authorizing a new regional Department of Defense (DOD) Center named theTed StevensCenter for Arctic Security Studies.U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and chairman of Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support, successfully included key elements of a bill he introduced earlier this Congress with Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska). Congressman Don Young (R-Alaska) successfully included the provision in the House's version of the NDAA, which passed on Tuesday. The Ted Stevens Center, the first DOD regional center in the Arctic and the first new DOD regional center since 2000, will support defense strategy objectives and policy priorities through a unique academic forum, while also fostering strong international networks of security leaders. This year's defense authorization will be recognized as one of the most impactful in recent memory for our country, particularly for the Arctic region,said Senator Sullivan.In addition to the historic investments being made in the Arcticincluding new icebreakers,space-based communications, critical militaryinfrastructure, and new initiatives for remote locationswe will soon have an institute to cultivate theArcticpolicyexpertise that is desperately needed in the Department of Defense.In order to address the rise of Great Power' competitorsin the Arctic,the Ted Stevens Centerwill bea new focal point for strategic thinkingas it combines Alaska's extensive reserveofArctic expertise with the best andbrightest minds from around the world. I want to thank Senator Murkowski, who conceived of this idea, and Congressman Young, who included the provision in the House NDAA. Both of them worked with me to make the Ted Stevens Center a reality and honor the legacy of the center's namesake, a seminal Alaskan leader on whose shoulders we sta… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/us-senate-passes-continuing-resolution-to-fund-the-government | U.S. Senate Passes Continuing Resolution to Fund the Government | 2020-12-11 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.11.20 U.S. Senate Passes Continuing Resolution to Fund the Government U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) today made the following statement after voting in favor of a continuing resolution to fund the government at current levels through December 18, 2020: Today I supported a short-term continuing resolution to fund the government through December 18, to keep the government functioning and to avoid adding unnecessary economic strain on hard-working Americans. For the thousands of Alaskans that are federal employees and contractors, and for all Americans who rely on government services, keeping the government open as we work to finalize FY2021 funding bills is crucial, said Senator Murkowski. Passing this resolution allows Congress the needed time to find compromise on a number of appropriations bills, including funding to support national defense, energy and water initiatives, education, and so much more. And in an effort to support Alaskans and Americans who are struggling to navigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, I continue to work with colleagues on a bipartisan measure to provide much-needed emergency relief. A CR is not ideal, but during this additional work week, we have the opportunity to advance key policy initiatives in support of the American people. Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/congress-passes-60th-consecutive-annual-national-defense-authorization-act | Congress Passes 60th Consecutive Annual National Defense Authorization Act | 2020-12-11 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | FY 2021 NDAA Includes More Than $150 Million in Military Construction for Alaska WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), chairman of the Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support, today joined 83 of his colleagues in voting to pass the Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) following a constructive conference process between the House and the Senate. The bill authorizes $740.5 billion in critical defense spending and includes numerous provisions and amendments introduced by Sullivan, many of which directly impact Alaska and will bring more than $150 million in military construction to the state. “This year’s NDAA marks the sixtieth year in a row that Congress has passed this vital defense authorization bill,” said Senator Sullivan. “This amazing achievement clearly demonstrates to the American people that bipartisanship does, in fact, exist in the halls of the U.S. Capitol and it tells our service membersthat Congress continues to have their back. “As our country recovers from the devastating COVID-19 pandemic, we must continue to provide our men and women in uniform with the resources they need to defend America. This strong, bipartisan legislation builds on the robust military investments we’ve made over the last four years with meaningful investments in the health and well-being of our service members—including another pay raise—as well as investments in advanced weapons systems, missile defense, domestic supply chains, and much-needed development of the Arctic.” Strategic Importance of the Arctic The FY 2021 NDAA includes a number of Arctic-related provisions that Senator Sullivan pushed for from his seat on the Senate Armed Services Committee, to include the establishment of a Department of Defense (DOD) regional center for security studies focused specifically on the Arctic. This bill highlights the strategic importance of Alaska in the Arctic and invests in military infrastructure and capabilities the U.S. needs to successfully compete … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/new-dod-arctic-security-studies-center-approved-by-congress | New DOD Arctic Security Studies Center Approved by Congress | 2020-12-11 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=46 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Senate today passed theNational Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (NDAA),including a provision authorizing a new regional Department of Defense (DOD) Center named the “Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies.” U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee and chairman of Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support, successfully included key elements of a bill he introduced earlier this Congress with Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska). Congressman Don Young (R-Alaska) successfully included the provision in the House’s version of the NDAA, which passed on Tuesday. The Ted Stevens Center, the first DOD regional center in the Arctic and the first new DOD regional center since 2000, will support defense strategy objectives and policy priorities through a unique academic forum, while also fostering strong international networks of security leaders. “This year’s defense authorization will be recognized as one of the most impactful in recent memory for our country, particularly for the Arctic region,”said Senator Sullivan. “In addition to the historic investments being made in the Arctic—including new icebreakers, space-based communications, critical military infrastructure, and new initiatives for remote locations—we will soon have an institute to cultivate the Arctic policy expertise that is desperately needed in the Department of Defense. In order to address the rise of ‘Great Power’ competitors in the Arctic, the Ted Stevens Center will be a new focal point for strategic thinking as it combines Alaska’s extensive reserve of Arctic expertise with the best and brightest minds from around the world. I want to thank Senator Murkowski, who conceived of this idea, and Congressman Young, who included the provision in the House NDAA. Both of them worked with me to make the Ted Stevens Center a reality and honor the legacy of the center’s namesake, a seminal Alaskan leader on whose shoulders we stand today.” “Throughout his time in … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401847 | Congressman Don Youngs Bill to Create Opportunities for Young People in the Fishing Industry Sails Through the House | 2020-12-10 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. Today, the Young Fishermen's Development Act (H.R. 1240), legislation authored by Alaska Congressman Don Young, was passed by the U.S. House of Representatives. H.R. 1240 addresses the longtime decline in younger Americans entering the commercial fishing industry. This legislation would create the first ever national grant program through the Department of Commerce to support training, education, and workforce development for the nation's next generation of commercial fishermen. H.R. 1240 was introduced earlier in the 116th Congress with Representative Jared Golden (D-ME) along with original cosponsors Representatives Seth Moulton (D-MA) and Aumua Amata (R-American Samoa). This is a great day for Alaska's fishing industry, and young people across the country hoping to make a living on the water. Young commercial fishermen are facing bigger challenges than ever before new barriers to entry, limited training opportunities, and a lack of support, said Congressman Don Young. Fishing is important not only to Alaskan culture, but it is central to our rich history. Our legislation is about supporting the livelihoods of fishing communities across the nation by making the next generation aware of the opportunities available in the commercial fishing industry. I want to sincerely thank Representatives Golden, Moulton, and Amata for partnering with me on this critical issue. I am also deeply grateful to my colleagues in the House for supporting its passage. My work on behalf of our fishing fleet is not done. The COVID-19 pandemic has devastated our fishermen, processors, and countless others who depend on a strong, thriving seafood industry. I will continue to fight to ensure a strong future full of opportunity and growth for fishermen of all ages. "The average age of Maine lobstermen is over 50. Same goes for scallop fishermen. The future of the fishing industry depends on young people learning the ropes right now, said Congressman Jared Golden. The Young Fishermen's Development Act takes important act… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-statement-on-uae-arms-sale- | Murkowski Statement on UAE Arms Sale | 2020-12-10 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.10.20 Murkowski Statement on UAE Arms Sale U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) today made the following statement after voting against S.J. Res. 77 and S.J.Res.78, Resolutions of Disapproval which would block portions of an arms deal with the United Arab Emirates (UAE): Along with many colleagues, I had significant concerns with the speed of this sale. I wanted to be certain the sale was following protocols that ensure Foreign Military Sales don't compromise information pertaining to sophisticated technology, and measures in place to safeguard the equipment, and that the U.S. has proper oversight going forward. I was able to get questions pertaining to those matters answered and given assurances. I am now comfortable moving forward with the sale. The UAE is a reliable partner to the U.S. and military operations. This sale ensures the Emiratis are properly equipped to defend themselves from threats in the region and remain an important partner for America. Resolution Details: S.J.Res.77 provides Congressional Disapproval for the sale of up to 18 MQ-9B reaper drones plus equipment and armaments. S.J.Res.78 provides Congressional Disapproval for the sale of up to 50 F-35A Joint Strike Fighter Aircraft. Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-statement-on-npfmc-closing-eez-waters-to-commercial-fishing-in-cook-inlet | Murkowski Statement on NPFMC Closing EEZ Waters to Commercial Fishing in Cook Inlet | 2020-12-09 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.09.20 Murkowski Statement on NPFMC Closing EEZ Waters to Commercial Fishing in Cook Inlet Following the announcement that the North Pacific Fisheries Management Council (NPFMC) has decided to close all Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) waters to commercial fishing in the Cook Inlet, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) issued the following statement: I am disappointed by the North Pacific Fisheries Management Council's decision to close federal waters in Cook Inlet to commercial fishing, but I am also very concerned about the prospect of federal management over resources that have been, and should be, managed by the State of Alaska. I understand this decision was made under difficult circumstances, and to meet the deadline required under the Ninth Circuit decision affecting management of the salmon fishery in Cook Inlet's federal waters. Nonethelessthis outcome underscores the need to collaboratively resolve tensions that have long persisted in Cook Inlet.Our fishery management process is intended to give the public a voice in decision-making, allow for a deliberative discussion of management policies, and foster compromise, but it cannot address serious management challenges arising from the Ninth Circuit's flawed interpretation of the Magnuson Stevens Act. I stand ready to work with Cook Inlet stakeholders, the North Pacific Fishery Management Council, and the State of Alaska on a better long-term solution that supports fishing livelihoods in Cook Inlet. Related Issues: Alaska's Fisheries Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/coast-guard-vice-commandant-commits-to-improving-communication-with-alaska-fishing-fleet-following-irresponsible-russian-exercises-in-bering-sea | Coast Guard Vice Commandant Commits to Improving Communication with Alaska Fishing Fleet Following “Irresponsible” Russian Exercises in Bering Sea | 2020-12-09 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), chairman of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Security, convened a hearing yesterday, attended by Admiral Charles Ray, vice commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard, to examine the ability of the Coast Guard to safeguard America’s national security and economic interests in the Arctic region, and the Coast Guard’s response to recent Russian war games in the Bering Sea. The hearing comes one week after Senator Sullivan chaired a Senate Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support hearing on the capabilities of the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps in the Arctic. In last week’s hearing, Sullivan also pressed Secretary of the Navy Kenneth Braithwaite about the Navy’s response to the Russian military exercises. “We've seen Russia push all in on controlling the Arctic,” said Senator Sullivan. “Russia has opened sixteen deep-water ports, fourteen airfields, built Arctic military bases, and even formed a new northern Arctic command. In fact, Vladimir Putin has referred to the northern sea route as the new Suez Canal, which he says Russia intends to fully control. In recent months, Russian provocation has only increased…Without persistent U.S. presence in the Arctic, we risk leaving an opening for these types of aggressive actions to continue.” Sullivan went on to describe the work Congress and the Trump administration have done to significantly increase America’s presence in the Arctic, including historic progress on the nation’s first deep-water port in Nome, authorization of six new Polar-class icebreakers, and a White House memorandum on Arctic security. Later in the hearing, Sullivan asked Admiral Ray about the concerns of many Alaska fishermen who were threatened in the August large-scale Russian military exercises. “First of all, our fishermen, in my view, should never be essentially forced out of the American EEZ when they're legally fishing. And yet, that did happen because the Russians are being quite forceful,” said Sullivan. “Secondly, there s… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401845 | House Passes the Water Resources Development Act with Crucial Provisions Championed by Congressman Don Young | 2020-12-08 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. Today, Alaska Congressman Don Young helped the U.S. House of Representatives pass S. 1811, the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) of 2020. This WRDA bill reauthorizes the activities of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and sets Congressional priorities to improve our nation's ports, inland waterways, dams, levees, aids to navigation, flood control, and the operational functions the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers undertake in support of national, state and local water resources development needs. The bill will now head to the Senate for passage before heading to the President's desk. Following House passage of the bill, Congressman Don Young released the following statement: "Today is a great day for the State of Alaska, our coastline, waterways, and ports. This bill's passage is the single most significant step forward for the development of Arctic port infrastructure in the state of Alaska in its history and a huge step forward for the future of our state's economy and national security. Alaska's 33,904 miles of shoreline dwarf the Lower 48, and with fewer miles of paved road than Rhode Island, Alaska's rivers, highways, and ports are the lifeblood of our state's communities. These simple facts make WRDA especially important for Alaska. The Army Corps Alaska District is an integral partner to Alaska's communities, managing significant project demand with limited resources. In Alaska, where infrastructure needs continue to outpace demand, I am encouraged by the progress we made in this WRDA bill with provisions that recognize Alaska's uniqueness. I want to thank my House and Senate colleagues for both recognizing the needs of Alaska, and understanding that the investments in this bill will benefit the nation as a whole. For the Nome and Dutch Harbor communities, this bill is an essential milestone in the Army Corps project development process. I am very pleased that the Port of Nome, the Unalaska Dutch Harbor, and the St. George Harbor project authorizations are included in this bill. I wil… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401846 | Congressman Don Young Fights for Troops, Helps House Pass FY 2021 National Defense Authorization Act with Critical Alaska Provisions | 2020-12-08 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. Today, with the support of Alaska Congressman Don Young, the House of Representatives passed the William M. (Mac) Thornberry National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2021 legislation to set the annual budget for the Department of Defense. This year's NDAA also includes the annual Coast Guard Authorization and Maritime Administration reauthorizations. In addition to supplying needed funding for military expenditures, providing a 3% military pay raise, and bolstering natural disaster preparedness, this legislation also includes several provisions of importance to the State of Alaska and Alaska Native communities. Following House passage of the NDAA, Congressman Young issued the following statement: "I am very proud of this year's NDAA, and am grateful to everyone involved who fought for our Armed Forces by securing its passage. These are unprecedented times, which makes this year's bill an especially important one. The FY 2021 NDAA takes critical steps to strengthen our national defense, maritime security, provide a well-deserved pay raise for the brave men and women serving in our Armed Forces, and to equip our military with the resources necessary to weather the COVID-19 pandemic. In Congress, relationships are crucial; this year, I worked with my colleagues on the Armed Services Committee to include my amendments, which strengthen communications in the Arctic and take action to turn the tide in the fight against military suicides. My good friend, Senator Ted Stevens, was a steadfast advocate for our great state. I am especially pleased that this year's NDAA makes essential progress to ensure that the Ted Stevens Center for Security Studies becomes a reality. Senators Murkowski and Sullivan have been important partners in establishing the Stevens Center, and I will keep working to ensure that its work goes on to make Ted proud. If we are to have a first-rate military, we must ensure that we stand by our troops at every turn. This year's NDAA not only gives our troops a three … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/icymi-baldwin-murkowski-digital-coast-act-passes-congress | ICYMI: Baldwin-Murkowski Digital Coast Act Passes Congress | 2020-12-07 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.07.20 ICYMI: Baldwin-Murkowski Digital Coast Act Passes Congress Bipartisan Legislation Aids Shoreline Communities by Delivering Next Generation Coastal Data Recently, bipartisan legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) passed theUnited States Senate.TheDigitalCoastActwill help shoreline communities along the Great Lakes and oceancoasts better prepare for storms, cope with varying water levels and strengthen economic development efforts. Following today'saction, the bill now heads to the President's desk to be signed into law. Wisconsin's Great Lakes are a great asset for our quality of life and also for our long-term economic security,said Senator Baldwin. I'm proud that this bipartisanlegislationhas passed both chambers of Congress to strengthen our shoreline communities, which face a variety of challenges to keep their harbors open, their waters clean and their beaches ready for visitors. This bipartisan bill ensures that our Great Lakes communities have the resources and tools they need to adapt to changing environmental conditions, maintain healthy shores, and make smart planning decisions to support their local economies and way of life. I'm looking forward to the President signing this bill into law. With more than 46,000 miles of shoreline - more than all the Lower 48 states combined - measures to improve coastal mapping and development through research and analysis are critical to Alaska. The Digital Coast Act will help ensure coastal managers and developers have readily accessible and up-to-date tools to inform their decisions on emergency weather preparation and response, coastal restoration, and economic development. Coastal communities rely on these data sets to make informed decisions on issues such as coastal erosion, sea level rise, ecosystem restoration, and storm surge. I am hopeful the President will quickly sign this bill into law, helpin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/news/in-the-news/op-ed-defense-is-on-the-ballot-in-georgia | OP-ED: “Defense Is on the Ballot in Georgia” | 2020-12-07 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | With a majority, Chuck Schumer and Bernie Sanders would resume cuts to vital military spending. The stakes in the Georgia U.S. Senate races on Jan. 5, 2021, between Sens. David Perdue and Kelly Loeffler and their respective challengers, Jon Ossoff and Raphael Warnock, are very high for a host of reasons. One that has not received enough attention is the readiness of our military. The U.S. faces rising threats from China, Russia and Iran, and continued robust funding of our military is clearly at stake in Georgia, which will decide the Senate majority. Nowhere is the divide between Democrats and Republicans more important. For decades the Democratic Party has staked out a position of diminishing the importance of U.S. military readiness. President Jimmy Carter slashed defense spending in the first three years of his term. This created a hollow force, only to have the Soviets and Iranians take advantage of America’s weakened presence in the Middle East, which forced Mr. Carter to increase spending at the end of his term. President Bill Clinton cut the size of the military by a third, reversing a decade of progress under the Reagan and first Bush administrations. More recently, Barack Obama and Joe Biden oversaw a 25% reduction in the military budget during their second term. The cuts were more than numbers—they dramatically undermined our military’s combat readiness and the morale of our troops. In 2015, only three of the Army’s 58 brigade combat teams—the 5,000-strong deployable units in the Army—were combat-ready and capable of completing their missions. Less than half of the Navy’s and Marine Corps’ aviation fleets were flight-ready, and only half of the Navy’s amphibious ships were available to support contingency operations. The circumstances in late 2016 and early 2017 were so dire that the Army publicly expressed concerns about running out of bullets. A main reason Mr. Perdue and I first ran for office in 2014 was to reverse these reckless cuts to our military. We were part of the class of 12 freshman w… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-joins-bipartisan-bicameral-group-in-calling-for-permanent-expansion-of-telehealth-coverage-in-end-of-year-legislation | Murkowski Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Group In Calling For Permanent Expansion Of Telehealth Coverage In End Of Year Legislation | 2020-12-04 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.04.20 Murkowski Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Group In Calling For Permanent Expansion Of Telehealth Coverage In End Of Year Legislation Telehealth Use Among Medicare Beneficiaries Increased By Nearly 13,000% In Just Over A Month U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) joined U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii) and a bipartisan group of lawmakers in calling for the expansion of access to telehealth services during the COVID-19 pandemic to be made permanent. Provisions from the Schatz-authored CONNECT for Health Act that have allowed Medicare beneficiaries in all areas of the country, and in their homes, to utilize telehealth services, as well as more types of health care providers to provide telehealth, were included in previous COVID-19 legislation but will expire following the pandemic unless congressional leaders act now to make those measures permanent. Telehealth has been a critical tool during the COVID-19 pandemic in ensuring that patients can continue to receive the health care services that they need while minimizing the spread of the virus and keeping health care providers and patients healthy and safe, the lawmakers wrote. We continue to hear from our constituents and health care providers that the uncertainty about the long-term future of Medicare telehealth coverage is a barrier to organizations investing fully in telehealth. Congress needs to act now to better serve patients and health care providers during the pandemic, and to ensure that telehealth remains an option after the pandemic is over. In their letter, the lawmakers highlight the growing use and benefits of telehealth during the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, as patients seek to avoid traveling to hospitals and other providers and instead receive care at home. New data shows that the number of Medicare beneficiaries using telehealth services increased by nearly 13,000 percent in just a month and a half during the pandemic. In addit… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/sullivan-markey-murkowski-applaud-senate-passage_of-young-fishermens-development-act | Sullivan, Markey, Murkowski Applaud Senate Passage of Young Fishermens Development Act | 2020-12-04 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.04.20 Sullivan, Markey, Murkowski Applaud Senate Passage of Young Fishermen's Development Act U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) applauded the Senate's passage of theYoung Fishermen's Development Act,legislationto mitigate the challenges facing the next generation ofentrants into the fishing industry bysupporting regional training opportunities and apprenticeship programs. Alaska istheunquestioned superpower of seafood, thanks to our world-class, sustainably-managedfisheries and our countless hard-working fishermen, saidSenator Sullivan. The sustainability and endurance of this vital industry, which employs morepeoplein Alaska than any other, depends onup-and-coming qualified fishermen. I thank my Senate colleagues for passing our legislation toreduce basic barriers to entry through new grants, training opportunities andapprenticeship programs. Helping the next generation of Alaskans enter our fisheries will help ensure Alaska remains the superpower of seafood. Despite centuries of fishing tradition in Massachusetts's coastal communities, new fishermen are finding it a challenge to join the industry,said Senator Markey.Our legislation will help ensure that our fishing industry continues to attract and grow future generations of young fishermen. More young men and womenwillbe pushing off the dock into new careers andfully participating in the economy of their communities. I thank my colleagues for their partnership on this hopeful legislation and look forward to enacting it into law. I appreciate Senator Sullivan leading this effort and am glad to once again join him in addressing some of the barriers facing young people as they try to join the commercial fishing fleet. This legislation will support education, training, and workplace development of future fishermen and help maintain sustainable fishing careers, strengthen food security, and encourage future generations of Alaskans to pursue jobs in this important industry,said Senator… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401843 | House Passes Legislation Championed by Representatives Don Young and Suzanne Bonamici to Improve Ocean Data Collection and Information Sharing | 2020-12-03 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. Today, Congressman Don Young (R-AK-At Large) and Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR-01), Co-Chairs of the Bipartisan House Oceans Caucus, applauded passage of the Coordinated Ocean Observations and Research Act legislation they championed in the House to improve data collection and information sharing between the federal agencies and coastal observation partners dedicated to monitoring oceans, coasts, and the Great Lakes. "This is a great day for our oceans and the health of our marine ecosystems for generations to come. This is not just an environmental issue, but an economic one too. Our integrated Ocean Observation System helps make maritime commerce possible," said Congressman Don Young. "Equipping our fishermen and ship captains with the best possible data is essential to making our waters safer and more navigable. Accurate data collection is also critical to maritime search and rescue operations, fisheries' health, and the mitigation of coastal hazards. I am very grateful to my Oceans Caucus Co-Chair, Suzanne Bonamici, for her continued partnership on this and countless other Caucus priorities. Our work is not done. In the 117th Congress and beyond, I look forward to continuing to move future Oceans Caucus priorities across the finish line. The health of our waters depends on it." The ocean covers more than 70 percent of the planet, but despite our intrinsic connection to our ocean we know very little about what is beneath its surface, said Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici. Coastal communities rely on accurate ocean data and monitoring for information about ocean acidification, harmful algal blooms and hypoxia, sea level rise, flooding, navigation, and port security. In the Pacific Northwest, we are fortunate to have the Northwest Association of Networked Ocean Observing Systems leading the way. I was pleased to work with my House Oceans Caucus Co-Chair, Congressman Don Young, to support these important ocean observation efforts. The bill, which includes the technical changes implement… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401844 | Delegation Welcomes Announcement of First Coastal Plain Lease Sale | 2020-12-03 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | Washington, DCU.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, and Rep. Don Young, all R-Alaska, today issued the following statements after the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced that a Notice of Sale for the first lease sale in the non-wilderness Coastal Plain (1002 Area) of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) will be published on December 7, 2020. BLM's announcement means we are now just weeks away from a long-awaited lease sale in the 1002 Area, Murkowski said. This is a tremendous opportunity for Alaska's resources to continue benefitting our nation and providing American families with well-paying jobs. Alaskans have proven, over and over again, that we can responsibly develop our resources while being good stewards of our lands and waters. I thank Secretary Bernhardt and his team for their efforts to ensure the first lease sale is carried out, as required by law, enabling us to strengthen our state's economy over the long-term. This is great news for Alaska. Responsibly developing the untapped resources of ANWR's Coastal Plain will be critically important to filling TAPS, bolstering Alaska's economy, and providing jobs for hard-working Alaskans in the decades to come,Sullivan said. I applaud the Interior Department and the Bureau of Land Management for working diligently to implement the provision we as a delegation included in the 2017 tax law, and announcing a leasing program that Alaskans have fought so hard for more than 40 years to secure. This is an exciting day not only for Alaska, but for American energy dominance. I am very pleased that BLM has announced its first Notice of Sale for the 1002 Area of ANWR. This is a tremendous step forward for our state and the countless Alaskans who make a living in our energy sector. Finally achieving what was promised by ANILCA four decades ago is in sight, and I want to thank everyone involved for their ongoing hard work and commitment. As we approach the day when drilling can begin, I will be working hard with our Delegation, BLM, and the operators who… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/delegation-welcomes-announcement-of_first-coastal-plain-lease-sale | Delegation Welcomes Announcement of First Coastal Plain Lease Sale | 2020-12-03 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.03.20 Delegation Welcomes Announcement of First Coastal Plain Lease Sale U.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, and Rep. Don Young, all R-Alaska, today issued the following statements after the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced that a Notice of Sale for the first lease sale in the non-wilderness Coastal Plain (1002 Area) of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) will be published on December 7, 2020. BLM's announcement means we are now just weeks away from a long-awaited lease sale in the 1002 Area, Murkowski said. This is a tremendous opportunity for Alaska's resources to continue benefitting our nation and providing American families with well-paying jobs. Alaskans have proven, over and over again, that we can responsibly develop our resources while being good stewards of our lands and waters. I thank Secretary Bernhardt and his team for their efforts to ensure the first lease sale is carried out, as required by law, enabling us to strengthen our state's economy over the long-term. This is great news for Alaska. Responsibly developing the untapped resources of ANWR's Coastal Plain will be critically important to filling TAPS, bolstering Alaska's economy, and providing jobs for hard-working Alaskans in the decades to come,Sullivan said. I applaud the Interior Department and the Bureau of Land Management for working diligently to implement the provision we as a delegation included in the 2017 tax law, and announcing a leasing program that Alaskans have fought so hard for more than 40 years to secure. This is an exciting day not only for Alaska, but for American energy dominance. I am very pleased that BLM has announced its first Notice of Sale for the 1002 Area of ANWR. This is a tremendous step forward for our state and the countless Alaskans who make a living in our energy sector. Finally achieving what was promised by ANILCA four decades ago is in sight, and I want to thank everyone involved for their ongoing hard work and commitment. As we approach the day when drilling can be… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/delegation-welcomes-announcement-of-first-coastal-plain-lease-sale | Delegation Welcomes Announcement of First Coastal Plain Lease Sale | 2020-12-03 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, and Rep. Don Young, all R-Alaska, today issued the following statements after the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced that a Notice of Sale for the first lease sale in the non-wilderness Coastal Plain (1002 Area) of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) will be published on December 7, 2020. “BLM’s announcement means we are now just weeks away from a long-awaited lease sale in the 1002 Area,”Murkowski said. “This is a tremendous opportunity for Alaska’s resources to continue benefitting our nation and providing American families with well-paying jobs. Alaskans have proven, over and over again, that we can responsibly develop our resources while being good stewards of our lands and waters. I thank Secretary Bernhardt and his team for their efforts to ensure the first lease sale is carried out, as required by law, enabling us to strengthen our state’s economy over the long-term.” “This is great news for Alaska. Responsibly developing the untapped resources of ANWR’s Coastal Plain will be critically important to filling TAPS, bolstering Alaska’s economy, and providing jobs for hard-working Alaskans in the decades to come,” Sullivan said. “I applaud the Interior Department and the Bureau of Land Management for working diligently to implement the provision we as a delegation included in the 2017 tax law, and announcing a leasing program that Alaskans have fought so hard for more than 40 years to secure.” “This is an exciting day not only for Alaska, but for American energy dominance. I am very pleased that BLM has announced its first Notice of Sale for the 1002 Area of ANWR. This is a tremendous step forward for our state and the countless Alaskans who make a living in our energy sector. Finally achieving what was promised by ANILCA four decades ago is in sight, and I want to thank everyone involved for their ongoing hard work and commitment. As we approach the day when drilling can begin, I will be working hard with our Delegation, BLM, and the o… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/navy-previews-forthcoming-arctic-strategy-in-sullivan-hearing-on-navy-and-marine-corps-readiness | Navy Previews Forthcoming Arctic Strategy in Sullivan Hearing on Navy & Marine Corps Readiness | 2020-12-03 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | Military leaders pressed on Russian harassment of Alaska-based fishing vessels in August; Say more Arctic presence is needed to counter Russia and China WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), chairman of the Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support, hosted a hearing yesterday on the readiness and capabilities of the U.S. Navy and the U.S. Marine Corps, and to preview a new U.S. Navy strategy for the Arctic. The subcommittee heard from three witnesses: Secretary of the Navy Kenneth J. Braithwaite, Chief of Naval Operations Admiral Michael M. Gilday, and Commandant of the Marine Corps General David H. Berger. In the hearing, Senator Sullivan questioned the leaders of the two military service branches about the rise of “Great Power Competition” between the United States and China and Russia, and the importance of a strong and consistent U.S. presence in the Arctic region. Specifically, Sullivan raised the troubling incursion of Russian vessels and aircraft into the U.S. Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) in August in the Bering Sea, and the Russians’ aggressive and harassing maneuvers toward Alaska-based fishing crews who were lawfully operating in the area but were ultimately forced to depart. “As our country seeks to recover from the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever that our military maintains its readiness and lethality,” said Senator Sullivan. “Our Navy and Marine Corps have a great history of operating effectively under the most difficult conditions. As Russia continues its military build-up in the Arctic, it is not a time to become complacent and it remains imperative that our Navy and Marine Corps are able to operate effectively in all climates, to include expanding their capabilities in the harsh conditions of the Arctic region.” In his first line of questioning, Senator Sullivan asked Secretary Braithwaite and Admiral Gilday what the Navy is doing to deter Russian aggression in the Arctic following the widely-reported large-scale Russia… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sullivan-markey-murkowski-applaud-senate-passage-of-young-fishermens-development-act | Sullivan, Markey, Murkowski Applaud Senate Passage of Young Fishermen’s Development Act | 2020-12-03 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) applauded the Senate’s passage yesterday of the Young Fishermen’s Development Act, legislation to mitigate the challenges facing the next generation of entrants into the fishing industry by supporting regional training opportunities and apprenticeship programs. “Alaska is the unquestioned superpower of seafood, thanks to our world-class, sustainably-managed fisheries and our countlesshard-working fishermen,” said Senator Sullivan. “The sustainability and endurance of this vital industry, which employs more people in Alaska than any other, depends on up-and-coming qualified fishermen. I thank my Senate colleagues for passing our legislation to reduce basic barriers to entry through new grants, training opportunities and apprenticeship programs. Helping the next generation of Alaskans enter our fisheries will help ensure Alaska remains the superpower of seafood.” “Despite centuries of fishing tradition in Massachusetts’s coastal communities, new fishermen are finding it a challenge to join the industry,” said Senator Markey. “Our legislation will help ensure that our fishing industry continues to attract and grow future generations of young fishermen. More young men and women will be pushing off the dock into new careers and fully participating in the economy of their communities. I thank my colleagues for their partnership on this hopeful legislation and look forward to enacting it into law.” “I appreciate Senator Sullivan leading this effort and am glad to once again join him in addressing some of the barriers facing young people as they try to join the commercial fishing fleet. This legislation will support education, training, and workplace development of future fishermen and help maintain sustainable fishing careers, strengthen food security, and encourage future generations of Alaskans to pursue jobs in this important industry,” said Senator Murkowski. “It is my hope that enactment of this legi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-welcomes-doe-effort-to-strengthen-domestic-mineral-supply-chains | Murkowski Welcomes DOE Effort to Strengthen Domestic Mineral Supply Chains | 2020-12-02 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.02.20 Murkowski Welcomes DOE Effort to Strengthen Domestic Mineral Supply Chains U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, today issued the following statement after the Department of Energy's (DOE) Loan Programs Office issued new guidance encouraging applications for projects that support secure supply chains of critical minerals. I thank Secretary Brouillette for his continued efforts to boost our economic and national security by strengthening our mineral security, said Murkowski. This guidance will help ensure that reasonable support is available to help domestic producers, refiners, and recyclers supply the minerals that make our modern life possible. It is critical that this policy be maintained and that Congress do its part to build robust domestic supply chains. Today'sannouncementbuilds on executive orders issued by President Trump and actions taken by various Departments and agencies.Specifically, the guidance applies to applicants for the Title XVII and the Advanced Technology Vehicles Manufacturing (ATVM) loan programs. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the United States imported at least half of its supply of 46 different nonfuel minerals in 2019, including 100 percent of 17 of them. China, in particular, hasconsolidated controlover the supply chains of many of the minerals used to make medical equipment, smart phones, clean energy, and defense technologies. TheWorld Bankreleased a report earlier this year estimating that demand for lithium, graphite, and cobalt will increase 500 percent by 2050 to meet clean energy demand. Murkowski has long been an advocate of U.S. mineral security. Her bipartisan legislation, theAmerican Mineral Security Act, would ensure timely surveying of domestic deposits of critical minerals, cut down on unnecessary permitting delays for projects to produce them, promote workforce development, and invest in research and development to increase recycling and the development of alternatives. It has been included in three proposed Senate coronavirus relief packa… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-welcomes-epa-grant-to-alaska-to-improve-air-quality- | Murkowski Welcomes EPA Grant to Alaska to Improve Air Quality | 2020-12-02 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.02.20 Murkowski Welcomes EPA Grant to Alaska to Improve Air Quality U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) applauded news that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has awarded $14.7 million to the Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation to help improve air quality in Fairbanks. A portion of the Fairbanks North Star Borough is currently designated as a PM2.5 non-attainment area, with wood stoves serving as a major contributor to non-attainment. The funding, which is part of the EPA's Targeted Airshed grant program, will be used to continue a wood stove change out and conversion program to help reduce air pollution. For many Alaskan communities, burning wood is the most affordable option to stay warm. Unfortunately, older, inefficient heaters contribute to local air pollution and negatively impact public health. I worked hard to ensure that Fairbanks was eligible for this funding and have worked year-after-year to ensure that the program continues. There is still work to be done, but this funding from the EPA is good progress toward providing Alaskans with safer, more cost-effective home heating options. I commend the EPA for directing these much-needed funds to Alaska and thank Region 10 Administrator Hladick for understanding Alaskans' unique challenges, said Senator Murkowski. Background: Senator Murkowski has long worked to ensure the EPA provides grant assistance to the Fairbanks North Star Borough to meet new particulate matter standards (PM 2.5) for air quality. Senator Murkowski previously secured an amendment to modify the Targeted Airshed grant program so that communities like Fairbanks, where wood stoves have been a major reason for not meeting air quality standards, could qualify for federal aid. Most recently, as Chairman of the Interior-Environment Appropriations Subcommittee, Senator Murkowski increased funding for the program for Fiscal Year 2020. Senator Murkowski has also cosponsored bipartisan legislation, the Wood Heater Emissions Reduction Act, to create a dedicated g… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murphy-murkowski-applaud-final-passage-of-save-our-seas-20 | Murphy, Murkowski Applaud Final Passage Of Save Our Seas 2.0 | 2020-12-02 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.02.20 Murphy, Murkowski Applaud Final Passage Of Save Our Seas 2.0 U.S. Senators Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) applauded passage of Save Our Seas 2.0, legislation to combat marine debris. Murphy and Murkowski are both cosponsors of the bill, which was introduced and led by U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-Rhode Island) and Bob Menendez (D-New Jersey). The legislation includes a Murphy-Murkowski drafted provision that allows for the establishment of a new Genius Prize to fund the development of materials to replace single use plastic and innovations that remove and prevent plastic waste. The amount of plastic flowing into our oceans poses a huge problem. That's why I was proud to work with Senators Sullivan, Whitehouse and Menendez on the bipartisan Save our Seas 2.0 Act, which will reduce the amount of plastic in our oceans at home and abroad, said Senator Murphy. I am also grateful the final bill includes language I drafted with Senator Murkowski to allow for the establishment of a genius prize to clean up marine debris and replace single-use plastics. There's more work to do, but this bill is an important step in the right direction. Alaskans depend on healthy oceans and coastlines to support the marine resources that so many of our communities depend on. Whether it's for our fisheries, tourism, or subsistence activitiesmaintaining a healthy marine environment is essential to our everyday lives. I applaud Senator Sullivan for his leadership on legislation to eliminate plastic waste polluting our oceans and am pleased by the Senate passage of Save Our Seas 2.0, legislation that I cosponsored, said Senator Murkowski. The bill includes a provision of mine with Senator Murphy to fund a new Genius Prize, which would reward innovation and creative strategies to combat the growing issue of marine debris. By creating incentives for the development of projects to clean up our oceans and shorelines, as well as to replace or improve single-use plastics, w… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-joins-bipartisan-bicameral-working-group-announcing-covid-19-emergency-relief-framework- | Murkowski Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Working Group Announcing COVID-19 Emergency Relief Framework | 2020-12-01 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 12.01.20 Murkowski Joins Bipartisan, Bicameral Working Group Announcing COVID-19 Emergency Relief Framework Today, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) joined U.S. Senators Joe Manchin (D-WV), Susan Collins (R-ME), Mark Warner (D-VA), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Angus King (I-ME), Mitt Romney (R-UT), and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Representatives Gottheimer (D-NJ-5), Tom Reed (R-NY-23), Anthony Gonzalez (R-OH-16), Dusty Johnson (R-SD), Dean Phillips (D-MN-3), Abigail Spanberger (D-VA-7), and Fred Upton(R-MI-6) of the Problem Solvers Caucus, to announce a bipartisan, bicameral COVID-19 emergency relief framework that will help American students, families, businesses, workers, and health care providers during this crisis. A breakdown of the COVID-19 emergency relief framework can be found here. For video of Senator Murkowski, click here. I am honored to work with an exceptional group of Senators, as well as colleagues in the House, on a bipartisan measure to help respond to the COVID-19 pandemic. In my home state of Alaska, Anchorage is officially going into our third round of hunker-down orders, shutting down businesses, restaurants, bars, hair salons, gymsessentially bringing to a halt the day-to-day life of many people in Anchorage. Many of our rural villages and off road communities are also in various stages of shutdown to control the spread of this awful virus. These lockdowns come at a significant cost. As the long winter approaches, the uncertainties of job loss, food insecurity, and stable housing all continue to grow, said Senator Murkowski. Our response our responsibility is to come together not as Republicans with a plan or Democrats with a counter-plan, but coming together with a proposal that will provide for targeted emergency relief for the American people. I am calling on my colleagues to join us in advancing the proposal we offer today, to provide much-needed relief for our nation. For video of today's full press conference, click here. Millions of Americans h… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sullivan-whitehouse-menendez-marine-debris-bill-heads-to-presidents-desk | Sullivan-Whitehouse-Menendez Marine Debris Bill Heads to President’s Desk | 2020-12-01 | 2020 | 2020-12 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | Senate approves technical changes to Save Our Seas 2.0 WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.) are applauding final Senate passage of the Save Our Seas 2.0 Act this evening. The Save Our Seas 2.0 Act was introduced in June 2019 to address the plastic debris crisis threatening coastal economies and harming marine life. The legislation seeks to help reduce the creation of plastic waste, find uses for the plastic waste that already exists to keep it from entering the oceans, spur innovation, and tackle the problem on a global scale. It builds on the initial progress secured by the Save Our Seas Act, which was sponsored by Sullivan and Whitehouse and signed into law by President Trump in 2018. “Save Our Seas 2.0 is the most comprehensive marine debris legislation ever to pass Congress,” said Senator Sullivan. “This proves that major bipartisan achievements on some of the biggest environmental challenges are possible. The progress we have made over the past few years on the marine debris crisis, beginning with the original Save Our Seas Act, is historic and constitutes a whole-of-government approach to helping protect our pristine environment across the globe and, particularly, in Alaska, which has more coastline than the rest of the Lower 48 combined. I thank my colleagues in the House and Senate for coming together to clean up our oceans, spark innovation on managing plastic waste, and protect our fisheries and coastal communities.” “While marine debris presents a massive international challenge, it’s a manmade problem that we can solve by finding creative solutions at home and abroad,” said Senator Whitehouse, who co-founded the bipartisan Senate Oceans Caucus to find common ground in responding to issues facing the oceans and coasts. “Save Our Seas 2.0 is a wide-reaching, bipartisan bill that builds on progress we’ve already made addressing ocean pollution. There’s much more that needs to be done to tackle the scourge of plastic waste wash… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:42:23Z |
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401842 | Congressman Don Young Issues Statement Following U.S. Army Corps Decision to Deny Permit to Pebble Mine | 2020-11-25 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | Congressman Don Young Issues Statement Following U.S. Army Corps Decision to Deny Permit to Pebble Mine Washington, D.C. Following a decision by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers to deny a permit to the proposed Pebble Mine, Alaska Congressman Don Young issued the following statement: From the very beginning of the debate surrounding Pebble Mine, I have been consistent in my position that we needed to allow the process to play out and that decision making should be based on sound science. Today, it appears that the process has concluded. This is state land, and to me, this has always been a states' rights issue. Although I thank the Army Corps of Engineers for their work and am confident that they faithfully followed the process, I remain disappointed that the federal government gets to decide before Alaskans do. Now there must be a consideration of how the federal government will compensate the State for the loss of economic potential. The proposed mine has always been subject to political intrigue and the whims of outsiders who simply do not understand our state. Throughout my career, I have always defended our right to extract oil and minerals responsibly. Going forward, I will continue fighting to ensure that proposed projects are fairly judged on their merits, so that the voices of outside extremists do not stifle Alaska's potential for jobs and economic growth. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-and-sullivan-army-corps_right-to-reject-pebble-permit | Murkowski and Sullivan: Army Corps Right to Reject Pebble Permit | 2020-11-25 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.25.20 Murkowski and Sullivan: Army Corps Right to Reject Pebble Permit U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, both R-Alaska, today issued the following statements after the Army Corps of Engineers (Army Corps) formally rejected the Pebble Limited Partnership's application for a permit to discharge dredged or fill material into navigable waters under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. The Army Corps determined the Pebble project is contrary to the public interest. Murkowski and Sullivan, while staunch advocates of mining in Alaska, oppose the project and voiced their strong support for the Army Corps' decision to deny the permit. The agency's denial concludes the permitting process on the application submitted by the Pebble Partnership in December 2017. After years of review and analysis, the Army Corps has found that this project is contrary to the public interest,' ending consideration of its permit application and affirming that this is the wrong mine in the wrong place. I thank the agency and the broader Trump administration for completing a rigorous, impartial, and science-based process to determine the best course of action, Murkowski said. This is the right decision, reached the right way. It should validate our trust and faith in the well-established permitting process used to advance resource development projects throughout Alaska. It will help ensure the continued protection of an irreplaceable resource Bristol Bay's world-class salmon fishery and I hope it also marks the start of a more collaborative effort within the state to develop a sustainable vision for the region. Iwelcome the Army Corps' Record of Decision to deny the permit,said Senator Sullivan.The Pebble Limited Partnership had its opportunity to present a project that could meet the high environmental standards in Alaska that we demand. Today, the Army Corps has made the correct decision, based on an extensive record and the law, that the project cannot and should not be permitted. Resource development is one of… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/murkowski-and-sullivan-army-corps-right-to-reject-pebble-permit | Murkowski and Sullivan: Army Corps Right to Reject Pebble Permit | 2020-11-25 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | Anchorage, Alaska – U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, both R-Alaska, today issued the following statements after the Army Corps of Engineers (Army Corps) formally rejected the Pebble Limited Partnership’s application for a permit to discharge dredged or fill material into navigable waters under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act. The Army Corps determined the Pebble project is “contrary to the public interest.” Murkowski and Sullivan, while staunch advocates of mining in Alaska, oppose the project and voiced their strong support for the Army Corps’ decision to deny the permit. The agency’s denial concludes the permitting process on the application submitted by the Pebble Partnership in December 2017. “After years of review and analysis, the Army Corps has found that this project is ‘contrary to the public interest,’ ending consideration of its permit application and affirming that this is the wrong mine in the wrong place. I thank the agency and the broader Trump administration for completing a rigorous, impartial, and science-based process to determine the best course of action,” Murkowski said. “This is the right decision, reached the right way. It should validate our trust and faith in the well-established permitting process used to advance resource development projects throughout Alaska. It will help ensure the continued protection of an irreplaceable resource – Bristol Bay’s world-class salmon fishery – and I hope it also marks the start of a more collaborative effort within the state to develop a sustainable vision for the region.” “I welcome the Army Corps’ Record of Decision to deny the permit,” said Senator Sullivan. “The Pebble Limited Partnership had its opportunity to present a project that could meet the high environmental standards in Alaska that we demand. Today, the Army Corps has made the correct decision, based on an extensive record and the law, that the project cannot and should not be permitted. Resource development is one of the key industries that drives Alaska’s economy and… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:39:51Z |
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/icymi-murkowski-cortez-masto-op-ed-on-fight-against-mmiw-crisis | ICYMI: Murkowski, Cortez Masto Op-Ed on Fight Against MMIW Crisis | 2020-11-23 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.23.20 ICYMI: Murkowski, Cortez Masto Op-Ed on Fight Against MMIW Crisis A pathway toward ending the dark history of violence against Native women In case you missed it, U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) wrote an Op-Ed for Indian Country Today to share their collaborative efforts to help respond to the inordinate violence that Native American women and girls face. In October, President Trump signed into law Savanna's Act and Not Invisible Act, two bills led by U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-NV) to address the crisis of missing, murdered, and trafficked Indigenous women. Specifically, the bills work to improve the federal government's response through increased coordination, development of best practices, and creation of a joint commission on violent crime, ensuring Alaska Natives and survivors have a voice in developing methods to end these horrible crimes. To read the Senators' Op-Ed, click here or see below: November marks National Native American Heritage Month, a time to honor the rich history, immense diversity and important contributions of Native people, while also acknowledging our country's dark history toward tribal nations. As representatives of states with vibrant tribal communities, we wanted to share how we're working together to help respond to the inordinate violence that Native American women and girls face. For years now, we've known that Native American communities are facing a crisis of missing, murdered and trafficked American Indians and Alaska Nativesin particular women and children. One of those victims was Savanna LaFontaine-Greywind, a member of the Spirit Lake Nation who wasbrutally murderedby her neighbor in August 2017. She was only 22 years oldand eight months pregnantat the time of her death. This heartbreaking tragedy drew widespread attention upon a frightening reality that's been going on for gen… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401841 | ALASKA DELEGATION WELCOMES CURRENCY RULE PREVENTING BANK EXCLUSION OF ENERGY SECTOR | 2020-11-20 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C.U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, and Congressman Don Young (all R-Alaska), welcomed aproposed rule announced todayby the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to ensure that national banks are providing fair access to banking services to customers based on objective risk, withoutexcludinglegal businesses and individuals. The announced rule comes after a sustained effort by members of Congress, led by the Alaska congressional delegation, urging the country's senior federal financial regulators to examine the legality of decisions in late 2019 and early 2020 by several of the nation's largest banks to withhold financing from oil and gas development projects in the Arctic, including the 1002 Area of Alaska's Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). For too long, we have seen financial institutions making policy decisions in attempts to de-bank disfavored industries. Perhaps the most recent example came late last year, as Alaskans witnessed a deeply troubling trend of America's big banks pledging to black-list energy development projects in the Arctic, without regard for the people who live here in some of the most economically-challenged parts of the country,said the delegation. Not only were these pledges callous, they also very likely violated federal law. We quickly got to work, informing our congressional colleagues about the dangerous precedent this trend could set for other industries, and calling on the regulators who oversee the big banks to step forward and correct this injustice. We thank Comptroller Brooks and the OCC team for upholding the principle of free and fair access to capital today and acting on behalf of all Americans, including the Alaskans we represent. This is not a partisan issue only affecting oil and gas. This rule is to ensure fair access to banking services for all, not just for favored industries. Fair access to financial services, credit, and capital are essential to our economy,saidActing Comptroller of the Currency Brian P. Brooks. This p… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/alaska-congressional-delegation-files-amicus-brief-in-support-of-alaska-native-corporations | Alaska Congressional Delegation Files Amicus Brief in Support of Alaska Native Corporations | 2020-11-20 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | Continue Push for ANCs to Be Eligible for COVID-19 Tribal Assistance WASHINGTON, D.C.— U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan and U.S. Congressman Don Young, all R-Alaska,have filed an amicus curiae brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court to grant the petition for a writ of certiorari in support of Alaska Native Corporations (ANCs) eligibility for tribal assistance appropriated by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The amicus brief states that the indigenous peoples of Alaska will suffer severe negative consequences as a result of the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals’ September 25, 2020 decision, which held that ANCs are ineligible for CARES Act tribal coronavirus relief funding. The Alaska Congressional Delegation argued the decision should be reversed, citing decades-old precedent and federal Indian law which supports ANCs eligibility for this funding. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit’s September ruling overturned an earlier June 26 ruling by a U.S. District Court that concluded ANCs are eligible for the aid. “We worked hard to secure funding within the CARES Act to provide emergency-relief funds to 'Indian tribes' as defined by the Indian Self-Determination Education and Assistance Act—which includes Alaska regional or village corporations—to help provide the maximum benefit to all indigenous people to help overcome the impacts of COVID-19. The ruling by the D.C. Circuit deeming ANCs as ineligible for this critical funding is unacceptable as it goes against the language of ANCSA, ISDEAA, and the CARES Act, erasing more than 45 years of precedent, with the potential to undo the tribal systems of health care, education, housing, and more,” said the delegation. “The pandemic is hitting Alaska Native villages hard with COVID cases continuing to rise. We stand with the ANCs who are fighting for the health and safety of all Alaska Natives.” Click here for the full amicus brief. Excerpts from the Amicus Brief: “To undermine programs during a global pandemic is a failure… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:39:51Z |
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/alaska-delegation-welcomes-currency-rule-preventing-bank-exclusion-of-energy-sector | Alaska Delegation Welcomes Currency Rule Preventing Bank Exclusion of Energy Sector | 2020-11-20 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, and Congressman Don Young (all R-Alaska), welcomed a proposed rule announced today by the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to ensure that national banks are providing fair access to banking services to customers based on objective risk, without excluding legal businesses and individuals. The announced rule comes after a sustained effort by members of Congress, led by the Alaska congressional delegation, urging the country’s senior federal financial regulators to examine the legality of decisions in late 2019 and early 2020 by several of the nation’s largest banks to withhold financing from oil and gas development projects in the Arctic, including the 1002 Area of Alaska’s Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). “For too long, we have seen financial institutions making policy decisions in attempts to de-bank disfavored industries. Perhaps the most recent example came late last year, as Alaskans witnessed a deeply troubling trend of America’s big banks pledging to black-list energy development projects in the Arctic, without regard for the people who live here in some of the most economically-challenged parts of the country,” said the delegation. “Not only were these pledges callous, they also very likely violated federal law. We quickly got to work, informing our congressional colleagues about the dangerous precedent this trend could set for other industries, and calling on the regulators who oversee the big banks to step forward and correct this injustice. We thank Comptroller Brooks and the OCC team for upholding the principle of free and fair access to capital today and acting on behalf of all Americans, including the Alaskans we represent. This is not a partisan issue only affecting oil and gas. This rule is to ensure fair access to banking services for all, not just for favored industries.” “Fair access to financial services, credit, and capital are essential to our economy,” said Acting Comptroller of the Currency Brian P. … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:39:51Z |
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401840 | Alaska Congressional Delegation Files Amicus Brief in Support of Alaska Native Corporations | 2020-11-19 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | WASHINGTON, D.C. U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan and U.S. Congressman Don Young, all R-Alaska, filed an amicus curiae brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court togrant the petitionfor a writ of certiorari in support of Alaska Native Corporations (ANCs) eligibility for tribal assistance appropriated by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The amicus brief states that the indigenous peoples of Alaska will suffer severe negative consequences as a result of theD.C.Circuit Court of Appeals' September 25, 2020 decision,which heldthatANCs are ineligible for CARES Act tribalcoronavirus relief funding. The Alaska Congressional Delegation argued the decision should be reversed, citing decades old precedent and federal Indian law which supports ANCs eligibility for thisfunding. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit's September ruling overturned an earlier June 26 ruling by a U.S. District Court that concluded ANCs are eligible for the aid. We worked hard to secure funding within the CARES Act to provide emergency-relief funds to 'Indian tribes' as defined by the Indian Self-Determination Education and Assistance Actwhich includes Alaska regional or village corporationsto help provide the maximum benefit to all indigenous people to help overcome the impacts of COVID-19. The ruling by the D.C. Circuit deeming ANCs as ineligible for this critical funding is unacceptable as it goes against the language of ANCSA, ISDEAA, and the CARES Act, erasing more than 45 years of precedent, with the potential to undo the tribal systems of healthcare, education, housing, and more, said the delegation. The pandemic is hitting Alaska Native villages hard with COVID cases continuing to rise. We stand with the ANCs who are fighting for the health and safety of all Alaska Natives. Click here for the full amicus brief. Excerpts from the Amicus Brief: To undermine programs during a global pandemic is a failure to understand how Native entities work together in Alaska and calls for rev… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/alaska-congressional-delegation-files-amicus-brief-in-support-of-alaska-native-corporations | Alaska Congressional Delegation Files Amicus Brief in Support of Alaska Native Corporations | 2020-11-19 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.19.20 Alaska Congressional Delegation Files Amicus Brief in Support of Alaska Native Corporations Continue Push for ANCs to Be Eligible for COVID-19 Tribal Assistance U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan and U.S. Congressman Don Young, all R-Alaska, filed an amicus curiae brief urging the U.S. Supreme Court togrant the petitionfor a writ of certiorari in support of Alaska Native Corporations (ANCs) eligibility for tribal assistance appropriated by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. The amicus brief states that the indigenous peoples of Alaska will suffer severe negative consequences as a result of theD.C.Circuit Court of Appeals' September 25, 2020 decision,which heldthatANCs are ineligible for CARES Act tribalcoronavirus relief funding. The Alaska Congressional Delegation argued the decision should be reversed, citing decades old precedent and federal Indian law which supports ANCs eligibility for thisfunding. The U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit's September ruling overturned an earlier June 26 ruling by a U.S. District Court that concluded ANCs are eligible for the aid. We worked hard to secure funding within the CARES Act to provide emergency-relief funds to 'Indian tribes' as defined by the Indian Self-Determination Education and Assistance Actwhich includes Alaska regional or village corporationsto help provide the maximum benefit to all indigenous people to help overcome the impacts of COVID-19. The ruling by the D.C. Circuit deeming ANCs as ineligible for this critical funding is unacceptable as it goes against the language of ANCSA, ISDEAA, and the CARES Act, erasing more than 45 years of precedent, with the potential to undo the tribal systems of healthcare, education, housing, and more, said the delegation. The pandemic is hitting Alaska Native villages hard with COVID cases continuing to rise. We stand with the ANCs who are fighting for the healt… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-responds-to-pentagon-announcement-of-troop-withdrawals-in-afghanistan-and-iraq | Murkowski Responds to Pentagon Announcement of Troop Withdrawals in Afghanistan and Iraq | 2020-11-19 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.19.20 Murkowski Responds to Pentagon Announcement of Troop Withdrawals in Afghanistan and Iraq Acting Defense Secretary Christopher Miller recently announced plans to reduce U.S. troop levels in Iraq and Afghanistan by January 15, 2021. In response, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) released the following statement: I do not support indefinite American troop presence in Afghanistan and Iraq and generally support efforts toward their removal, but it must be done in a thoughtful and strategic manner. I find the recent announcement of an abrupt troop withdrawal from Iraq and Afghanistan troubling with the deadline for removal coming shortly before the expected transition of presidential administrations, and the recent termination of former Secretary of Defense Mark Esper. A premature withdrawal of troops from these theaters could have lasting negative impacts on national and regional security and be a disservice to the thousands of Americans who have fought and died in these wars. I encourage taking a pause in major shifts in our military posture. We must ensure that any future plans do not risk American lives or unravel the progress that has been made in counterterrorism efforts. I look forward to the opportunity to be briefed further on the details of this decision. Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/video-sullivan-briefs-alaskans-on-operation-warp-speed-vaccine-development | VIDEO: Sullivan Briefs Alaskans on Operation Warp Speed Vaccine Development | 2020-11-19 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) today issued the following message to Alaskans after receiving an extensive briefing on Operation Warp Speed, the public-private partnership to develop and distribute a vaccine for COVID-19. The briefing for all U.S. senators was hosted by General Gustave F. Perna, chief operating officer ofOperation Warp Speed, and Doctor Moncef Slaoui, chief scientific advisor for the operation. In the briefing, senators were informed that two companies developing COVID-19 vaccines are seeking emergency-use authorization by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which could be issued by mid-December, followed soon after by distribution of vaccines on a per capita basis to individual states. TRANSCRIPT Good afternoon, Alaska. I wanted to make sure that—as we've done throughout the pandemic—the challenges we've been facing as a state and as a country, whenever I've gotten briefings from senior officials in charge of the response, I've tried to get that information out as quickly as possible for all of you. This morning, participating with the vast majority of U.S. senators, we were given an update on Operation Warp Speed. This was something that I was very focused on in the CARES Act to make sure there was significant funding for the rapid development of therapeutics and a vaccine. This morning, we were briefed by the two senior leaders of Operation Warp Speed—General Perna, who is the COO and logistics lead for the entire operation, and Dr. Slaoui, who is the chief scientist for Operation Warp Speed. The briefing, I will say, presents some good news. You have to be cautiously optimistic with regard to the pandemic, therapeutics, and the vaccine. But, as we're seeing challenging times in Alaska and throughout the country, I thought it was important to provide, directly from them, what they are seeing. The bottom line is there are two companies that you have been reading about, I'm sure, in the press that are likely to have FDA approval very soon, with more companie… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:39:51Z |
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401839 | ICYMI: House Passes Young, Ruppersberger Bill to Help Coastal Communities Prepare for Storms, Floods | 2020-11-18 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. On Tuesday, the U.S. House of Representatives passed bipartisan legislation introduced by Congressmen Don Young (R-AK) and C.A. Dutch Ruppersberger (D-MD) that will help local and state governments protect the country's 95,000 miles of shoreline. The Digital Coast Act will now be considered by the U.S. Senate, which already passed the legislation before technical changes were made. The Digital Coast Act creates a new program at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), allowing it to begin a comprehensive mapping process of the nation's shorelines. Coastal communities home to 42 percent of our country's population and millions of businesses that supply most of our gross domestic product will be able to use the data to prepare for storms, manage floods, restore ecosystems and plan smarter developments near America's coasts, harbors, ports and shorelines. Today is a great day for our coastlines and waterways. No other state in the nation understands the need for coastal resilience and mapping more than Alaska, said Congressman Young. With more than 44,000 miles of coastline, much of which is not fully mapped, Alaska's coastal communities rely heavily on our waterways and shipping channels to support all forms of social and economic prosperity: goods from the Lower 48, critical transportation needs, search and rescue operations, and the state's largest private-sector employer our fishing industry. The Digital Coast Act is an important step towards developing a system that supports our coastal communities, and I am grateful to my colleagues for supporting it today. I look forward to working with my friends in the Senate to get it across the finish line." I have spent a decade pushing this legislation because, while it is critical to coastal communities like mine in the Chesapeake Bay watershed, we all have a stake in protecting America's shorelines, Congressman Ruppersberger said. This bill is more important now than it was when I first introduced it. We're seeing more storms… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/blumenthal-and-murkowski-lead-bipartisan-push-to-preserve-legal-rights_protections-of-servicemembers--veterans | Blumenthal & Murkowski Lead Bipartisan Push To Preserve Legal Rights & Protections Of Servicemembers & Veterans | 2020-11-18 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.18.20 Blumenthal & Murkowski Lead Bipartisan Push To Preserve Legal Rights & Protections Of Servicemembers & Veterans U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) led a bipartisan group of eleven senators urging the conference committee working on reconciling the differences between the House and Senate-passed versions of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to retain provisions passed by the House that would preserve servicemembers and veterans' access to justice. Access to the court system to enforce rights granted under the law is one of the fundamental principles of our democracy, wrote the senators in a letter to House and Senate Armed Services Committee leadership. Servicemembers and veterans should not be denied their right to their day in court if their federal, statutory rights are violated. Forced arbitration deprives servicemembers of that basic right. Arbitration is a private system without any legal protections. There is no public filing of cases, public review of decisions, or requirement that arbitrators have legal training or even follow the law. Laws like the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA) and the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act (SCRA) protect servicemembers from consumer scams, abuses, and fraud. These protections are undermined by mandatory arbitration clauses that deprive servicemembers from being able to seek justice in courts or joining together to seek accountability for claims of wrongdoing. The senators urged the NDAA conference committee to include a provision that would prohibit forced arbitration for USERRA claims. A number of consumer, military, and veterans groups support the House-passed provisions of the NDAA, including the American Association for Justice, Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States, Military Officers Association of America, and Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America. Their letter of support can be viewed here. A copy of the full letter is available here and below… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/enr-advances-ferc-nominees | ENR Advances FERC Nominees | 2020-11-18 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.18.20 ENR Advances FERC Nominees The Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources today held abusiness meetingand reported the following nominees to the full Senate: Mr. Mark Christie to be a Member of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission; and Ms. Allison Clements to be a Member of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Mr. Christie has been nominated to replace former Commissioner Bernie McNamee for a term that ends on June 30, 2025. Ms. Clements has been nominated to replace former Commissioner Cheryl LaFleur for a term that ends on June 30, 2024. The committee favorably reported both Christie and Clements by voice vote. Both nominees will now be added to the Senate's Executive Calendar for potential floor consideration. Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-highlights-need-for-university-land-grant_ancsa-fulfillment-act-at-legislative-hearing | Murkowski Highlights Need for University Land Grant, ANCSA Fulfillment Act at Legislative Hearing | 2020-11-18 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.18.20 Murkowski Highlights Need for University Land Grant, ANCSA Fulfillment Act at Legislative Hearing U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, today highlighted two bills important to Alaska at an Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining (PLFM)legislative hearing. Murkowski spoke about the need to provide long-term fiscal stability for the University of Alaska (University) and to resolve a set of outstanding issues from the almost 50-year-old Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971 (ANCSA). Murkowski's first bill, S. 4696, the University of Alaska Fiscal Foundation Act, will resolve the University's outstanding land grant by directly transferring up to 360,000 acres of land from the federal estate to the University. The transferred land will count against Alaska's Statehood entitlement, so it will come at no net loss to the federal government. Murkowski also submitted statements of support from Governor Dunleavy, the President of the Alaska State Senate, the University's Board of Regents, and the Association of Public & Land Grant Universities for the record of today's hearing. Senator Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, is a cosponsor of S. 4696 and Congressman Don Young, also R-Alaska, has introduced companion legislation in the House. Right now our largest state has a land-grant university with a land grant smaller than just about every other land-grant university in every other state. Alaska has a tremendous need for long-term support and stability for our University system as we navigate some of the most significant economic headwinds our state has ever faced,Murkowski said.This bill brings the State of Alaska and federal government together to cooperatively execute a program to fulfill the University's land entitlement. Murkowski's second bill, S. 4889, the ANCSA Fulfillment Act,is a package that aims to resolve a number of outstanding issues related to the landmark 1971 law, including: addressing the outstanding entitlement for the villages of Kaktovik and Ca… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401838 | One Step Closer: Interior Issues Call for Nominations for First Lease Sale in Alaskas Coastal Plain | 2020-11-17 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | U.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, and Rep. Don Young, all R-Alaska, today issued the following statements after the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced it will issue a Call for Nominations for tracts to be offered in the first lease sale in the non-wilderness Coastal Plain (1002 Area) of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). The Call for Nominations follows the administration's Record of Decision in August and will include 32 tracts covering 1.6 million acres. This is a key step that puts us on track to have a lease sale in the 1002 Area as soon as January 2021,Murkowski said.While we face headwinds, from global economic conditions to an organized effort to prevent leasing, the Department's rigorous environmental review has provided a solid framework to ensure responsible exploration and development. We are now within sight of the first-ever lease sale on the Coastal Plain, and I appreciate the continued good work of Secretary Bernhardt and his team to help us reach this point. A lease sale in ANWR's Coastal Plain will be a major step in cementing the historic progress we've made for Alaska's economic future over the past four years,Sullivan said.This development could mean thousands of jobs forhard-workingAlaskans and hundreds of thousands of barrels in daily pipeline throughput. I applaud Secretary Bernhardt and the Interior Department team for faithfully implementing the law we passed in 2017 and moving us one step closer to responsibly developing the 1002 Area for the benefit of Alaskans and the entire country. Alaskans have always been strong environmental stewards who know how to develop our resources responsibly. Securing the longtime promise of development on ANWR's Coastal Plain was a tremendous victory for Alaska, and this call for nominations is a critical step toward a lease sale. Make no mistake: the voices that want to lock away Alaska from development are only growing louderand less Alaskan. There is light at the end of the tunnel in our fight, and the time is now to finally … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-hassan-push-legislation-to-extend-deadline-for-communities-to-spend-cares-act-funding-through-september-2021 | Murkowski, Hassan Push Legislation to Extend Deadline For Communities to Spend CARES Act Funding through September 2021 | 2020-11-17 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.17.20 Murkowski, Hassan Push Legislation to Extend Deadline For Communities to Spend CARES Act Funding through September 2021 U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) introduced legislation that extends the period during which States, Indian Tribes,territories,and local governments may use Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF) payments, allocated under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. If enacted, thisbipartisanlegislation will allow the relief funds to be used until September 30, 2021, rather than the original deadline of the end of this year, December 30, 2020. The CARES Act, signed into law on March 27, 2020, allocated$150 billion to create the Coronavirus Relief Fund, out of which$8 billionwere reservedfor tribal governments. However, Indian Country did not receive any funds until May 5, 2020, well after the bill's statutory deadline. Alaska Natives in small, remote villages often travel long distances for healthcare, have limited internet to high-speed internet, and many homes lack running water and electricity, making legislation to extend the deadline to use CARES Act funding even more urgent. In crafting the CARES Act, Congress worked hard to ensure that Americans continue to have access to much needed, targeted relief. Unfortunately, a number of American Indian and Alaska Native communities, many of which have been disproportionately affected by COVID-19, did not receive any funds until well after the CARES Act's statutory deadline.Particularly for our smaller communities in Alaska, spending this funding by the current deadline is an unreasonable task which is only compounded by the difficulties of preparing for Alaska's harsh winter. As local governments continue to assess and respond to the needs created by this pandemic, it's imperative that we aren't putting up red tape,said Senator Murkowski.As we continue our efforts to respond to the impacts of COVID-19, I remain committed to putting the needs of Alaskans first. Right now, that means allow… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/one-step-closer-interior-issues-call-for-nominations-for_first-lease-sale-in-alaskas-coastal-plain | One Step Closer: Interior Issues Call for Nominations for First Lease Sale in Alaskas Coastal Plain | 2020-11-17 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.17.20 One Step Closer: Interior Issues Call for Nominations for First Lease Sale in Alaska's Coastal Plain U.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, and Rep. Don Young, all R-Alaska, today issued the following statements after the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced it will issue a Call for Nominations for tracts to be offered in the first lease sale in the non-wilderness Coastal Plain (1002 Area) of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). The Call for Nominations follows the administration's Record of Decision in August and will include 32 tracts covering 1.6 million acres. This is a key step that puts us on track to have a lease sale in the 1002 Area as soon as January 2021, Murkowski said. While we face headwinds, from global economic conditions to an organized effort to prevent leasing, the Department's rigorous environmental review has provided a solid framework to ensure responsible exploration and development. We are now within sight of the first-ever lease sale on the Coastal Plain, and I appreciate the continued good work of Secretary Bernhardt and his team to help us reach this point. A lease sale in ANWR's Coastal Plain will be a major step in cementing the historic progress we've made for Alaska's economic future over the past four years,Sullivan said. This development could mean thousands of jobs forhard-workingAlaskans and hundreds of thousands of barrels in daily pipeline throughput. I applaud Secretary Bernhardt and the Interior Department team for faithfully implementing the law we passed in 2017 and moving us one step closer to responsibly developing the 1002 Area for the benefit of Alaskans and the entire country. Alaskans have always been strong environmental stewards who know how to develop our resources responsibly. Securing the longtime promise of development on ANWR's Coastal Plain was a tremendous victory for Alaska, and this call for nominations is a critical step toward a lease sale. Make no mistake: the voices that want to lock away Alaska from development … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401837 | Health Update from Congressman Don Young | 2020-11-16 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | There has been much speculation in the media on my current condition, and I want Alaskans to know that their Congressman is alive, feeling better, and on the road to recovery. As you know, last week, I tested positive for COVID-19. Over the weekend, I was admitted to Providence Hospital for treatment and monitoring. The team at Providence did an outstanding job, and their commitment to patient care is to be commended. I have been discharged and continue recovering and working from home in Alaska. Very frankly, I had not felt this sick in a very long time, and I am grateful to everyone who has kept me in their thoughts and prayers. Unfortunately, a lot of what you may have heard about my condition was based on speculation in the media that did not respect my privacy. This is irresponsible, and I do not want any Alaskans to be scared of seeking testing or treatment out of privacy concerns. COVID-19 is a serious virus, and its recent surge in our state has made this a critical moment. I encourage all Alaskans to continue following CDC guidelines: practice social distancing; use a mask; avoid crowds whenever possible. The economy, in both Alaska and our entire nation, has been devastated by this virus. This is not just a public health emergency, but an economic crisis as well. Today, we received encouraging news that a second COVID-19 vaccine candidate has shown to be successful. This development represents tremendous potential, but we must continue looking out for one another. Fighting the spread of this virus is crucial if we are to recover. We cannot hunker down forever, but I sincerely believe that we will be successful in fighting COVID-19, so that we can restore our economic health in the present, and secure a bright future for all Alaskans; our children and grandchildren are depending on us. Stay safe, and may God Bless Alaska and our frontline workers. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/one-step-closer-interior-issues-call-for-nominations-for-first-lease-sale-in-alaskas-coastal-plain | One Step Closer: Interior Issues Call for Nominations for First Lease Sale in Alaska’s Coastal Plain | 2020-11-16 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, and Rep. Don Young, all R-Alaska, today issued the following statements after the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced it will issue a Call for Nominations for tracts to be offered in the first lease sale in the non-wilderness Coastal Plain (1002 Area) of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR). The Call for Nominations follows the administration’s Record of Decision in August and will include 32 tracts covering 1.6 million acres. “This is a key step that puts us on track to have a lease sale in the 1002 Area as soon as January 2021,” Murkowski said. “While we face headwinds, from global economic conditions to an organized effort to prevent leasing, the Department’s rigorous environmental review has provided a solid framework to ensure responsible exploration and development. We are now within sight of the first-ever lease sale on the Coastal Plain, and I appreciate the continued good work of Secretary Bernhardt and his team to help us reach this point.” “A lease sale in ANWR’s Coastal Plain will be a major step in cementing the historic progress we’ve made for Alaska’s economic future over the past four years,” Sullivan said. “This development could mean thousands of jobs for hard-working Alaskans and hundreds of thousands of barrels in daily pipeline throughput. I applaud Secretary Bernhardt and the Interior Department team for faithfully implementing the law we passed in 2017 and moving us one step closer to responsibly developing the 1002 Area for the benefit of Alaskans and the entire country." “Alaskans have always been strong environmental stewards who know how to develop our resources responsibly. Securing the longtime promise of development on ANWR's Coastal Plain was a tremendous victory for Alaska, and this call for nominations is a critical step toward a lease sale. Make no mistake: the voices that want to lock away Alaska from development are only growing louder and less Alaskan. There is light at the end of the tunnel in our fight,… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:39:51Z |
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/appropriations-bills-for-fiscal-year-2021-unveiled | Appropriations Bills for Fiscal Year 2021 Unveiled | 2020-11-12 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.12.20 Appropriations Bills for Fiscal Year 2021 Unveiled This week the Appropriations Committee released all twelve of its Fiscal Year 2021 draft funding bills. U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski serves on the Senate Appropriations Committee, where she is the Chairman of the Interior and Environment Subcommittee. Our full Committee and subcommittees worked hard on these bills as it's critically important that we fund agencies and programs vital to Americans and our communities. Senator Murkowski said. As Americans grapple with the health and economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, having a full-year funding agreement signed into law will bring much needed fiscal certainty at a time when Alaskans and all Americans need their government to function smoothly. Agriculture, Rural Development, and Food & Drug Administration Bill Text Explanatory Statement Commerce, Justice, Science Bill Text Explanatory Statement Defense Bill Text Explanatory Statement Energy and Water Development Bill Text Explanatory Statement Financial Services and General Government Bill Text Explanatory Statement Homeland Security Bill Text Explanatory Statement Interior and Environment [Note: Senator Murkowski is chairman of the Interior-Environment Appropriations Subcommittee. Click here for bill highlights.] Bill Text Explanatory Statement Labor, Health & Human Services, Education and Related Agencies Bill Text Explanatory Statement Legislative Branch Bill Text Explanatory Statement Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Bill Text Explanatory Statement State, Foreign Operations, and Related Programs Bill Text Explanatory Statement Transportation, Housing, and Urban Development Bill Text Explanatory Statement Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-honors-american-veterans | Murkowski Honors American Veterans | 2020-11-11 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.11.20 Murkowski Honors American Veterans It doesn't take a big ceremony or long speeches to honor those who have dedicated their life in service to America' U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) shared the following message with Alaskans on Veterans Day: (Click here to watch Murkowski's video message.) To all of you on Veterans Day, this year is different as many of our Veterans Day ceremonies are cancelled or as we follow new guidance due to COVID-19. But it doesn't take a big ceremony or long speeches to honor those who have dedicated their life in service to America. Whether you're attending an in-person event, joining a virtual celebration, or offering a simple thank you' to a veteran, I encourage everyone to find their own way to honor the brave men and women who have answered the call to serve. They have sacrificed their safety, their time, and so much more in the name of America's freedom and protection. Close to 70,000 veterans live among us in Alaska, more veterans per capita than any other state70,000 men and women who have shown commitment, strength, and perseverance for the sake of the freedoms we enjoy. We honor them for their devotion to duty, both to Alaska and to our great nation. Today and every day we pay tribute to all our veterans who have fought and served honorablywhether in times of war or in times of peace. You are our heroes. Thank you. Click here for Senator Murkowski's legislative efforts in support of veterans during the 116th Congress. Related Issues: Veterans Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401836 | Delegations Landless Legislation Rectifies 50-Year Injustice | 2020-11-10 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | U.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, andRep.Don Young, all R-Alaska, today issued statements on new legislation they introduced to allow the Alaska Native communities of Haines, Ketchikan, Wrangell, Petersburg, and Tenakee to form urban corporations and receive land entitlements under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971 (ANCSA). The five Southeast communities were not included in ANCSA, which divided 44 million acres of land among more than 200 regional, village, and urban corporations to resolve land claims throughout Alaska. Thedelegation's new bill entitled the Unrecognized Southeast Alaska Native Communities Recognition and Compensation Act would amend ANCSA to provide each community with the right to form an Alaska Native Urban Corporation and receive 23,040 acres, or one township, of federal landjust as ANCSA granted to other Southeast Native communities 50 years ago. The identity of Alaska's first people is inextricably tied to the land they have inhabited for centuries, Murkowski said. For five decades, these five landless communities have sought the same benefits ANCSA granted to other Alaska Natives throughout Southeast. This is a matter of equity. Our new legislation will help correct this historical wrong. It is simply a matter of fairness that the five landless' Alaska Native communities in Southeast have the same access to land that other communities received following the historic enactment of ANCSA, Sullivan said. Our legislation directs the federal government to make good on its promises to the indigenous communities that were excluded from this seminal agreement, and I look forward to working with my colleagues to help them understand the unique importance of this bill to the people of my state. For too long, the so-called 'landless' Alaska Natives, from the communities of Haines, Ketchikan, Petersburg, Tenakee, and Wrangell, have been denied the land and local resources that other village and urban corporations received under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA) … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/delegations-landless-legislation-rectifies-50-year-injustice | Delegations Landless Legislation Rectifies 50-Year Injustice | 2020-11-10 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.10.20 Delegation's Landless Legislation Rectifies 50-Year Injustice Bill Would Provide Lands and Rights Under ANCSA to Five Southeast Native Communities U.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, andRep.Don Young, all R-Alaska, today issued statements on new legislation they introduced to allow the Alaska Native communities of Haines, Ketchikan, Wrangell, Petersburg, and Tenakee to form urban corporations and receive land entitlements under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971 (ANCSA). The five Southeast communities were not included in ANCSA, which divided 44 million acres of land among more than 200 regional, village, and urban corporations to resolve land claims throughout Alaska. Thedelegation's new bill entitled the Unrecognized Southeast Alaska Native Communities Recognition and Compensation Act would amend ANCSA to provide each community with the right to form an Alaska Native Urban Corporation and receive 23,040 acres, or one township, of federal landjust as ANCSA granted to other Southeast Native communities 50 years ago. The identity of Alaska's first people is inextricably tied to the land they have inhabited for centuries, Murkowski said. For five decades, these five landless communities have sought the same benefits ANCSA granted to other Alaska Natives throughout Southeast. This is a matter of equity. Our new legislation will help correct this historical wrong. It is simply a matter of fairness that the five landless' Alaska Native communities in Southeast have the same access to land that other communities received following the historic enactment of ANCSA, Sullivan said. Our legislation directs the federal government to make good on its promises to the indigenous communities that were excluded from this seminal agreement, and I look forward to working with my colleagues to help them understand the unique importance of this bill to the people of my state. For too long, the so-… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-unveils-interior-environment-bill- | Murkowski Unveils Interior-Environment Bill | 2020-11-10 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.10.20 Murkowski Unveils Interior-Environment Bill Prioritizing Health, Safety, and Well-being of Alaskans Today U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) released her Fiscal Year 2021 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act bill. The Committee is responsible for funding agencies that are tasked with ensuring clean water and clean air, managing public lands, meeting federal trust responsibilities for Native peoples, and funding cultural agencies and museums. As chairman of the Interior Subcommittee, Murkowski crafted a bill with funding to strengthen local economies and create safer and healthier communities. For Alaskans, this Interior bill means cleaner air and water, as well as safer and healthier communities. Through my work on this bill we are prioritizing the need to protect our people, our water, and our lands. As we continue to navigate the detrimental impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, this bill will help to create an economic boost and opportunities for communities across Alaska, Senator Murkowski said. I look forward to working with my colleagues to finalize our work and have a bill signed into law that will bring much needed fiscal certainty at a time when Alaskans and all Americans need it most. Click here for the bill text. Click here for the explanatory statement. Investing in Communities The Interior bill fully funds the Payment in Lieu of Taxes (PILT) program at $515 million. The PILT program provides monetary compensation to local governments throughout Alaska that contain federal lands that are not subject to state or local taxation. The revenue helps local governments provide vital services, such as firefighting and police protection, construction of public schools and roads, and search-and-rescue operations. As the Indian Health Service (IHS) and Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) serve a vital role in Alaska, bill fulfills the federal promises made to Alaska Natives … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-welcomes-court-ruling-declaring-ge-salmon-unlawful | Murkowski Welcomes Court Ruling Declaring GE Salmon Unlawful | 2020-11-06 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.06.20 Murkowski Welcomes Court Ruling Declaring GE Salmon Unlawful U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) issued the following statement after a US District Court Judge for the Northern District of California ruled yesterday the Food and Drug Administration violated core environmental laws in approving the genetically engineered (GE) salmon: The impacts that genetically engineered salmon could have on Alaskans, our commercial fishing industry, and seafood consumers all over the world are concerning, and, as this ruling found, understudied. Yesterday's court ruling is welcome news. It confirms the FDA's decision to allow GE salmon to be produced in different locations across North America was in violation of the law, and did not consider the potential for severe consequences on nature's best brain food wild salmon. I have introduced legislation for years identifying these exact flaws within FDA's wholly inadequate assessment of the threat GE salmon poses to wild salmon stocks. I'm glad the court has caught up with my reasoning and recognized the concerns raised by many Alaskans about GE salmon. Background: In the 116th Congress, Senator Murkowski introduced the Genetically Engineered Salmon Labeling Act to ensure that any GE salmon products in the U.S. market are clearly labeled genetically engineered in the market name. In the year-end Fiscal Year 2020 funding bill, Senator Murkowski secured a provision which requires the market name of any genetically engineered product approved prior to the effective date of the National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard to include the term genetically engineered. Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/icymi-vaccine-discussion-with-senator-murkowski-and-alaska-chief-medical-officer-dr-zink-in-light-of-covid-19-and-flu-season | ICYMI: Vaccine Discussion with Senator Murkowski and Alaska Chief Medical Officer Dr. Zink in Light of COVID-19 and Flu Season | 2020-11-05 | 2020 | 2020-11 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 11.05.20 ICYMI: Vaccine Discussion with Senator Murkowski and Alaska Chief Medical Officer Dr. Zink in Light of COVID-19 and Flu Season Just like winter, COVID, if we plan and prepare to mitigate it, we will be safer In case you missed it, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) held a virtual discussion with Alaska's Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Anne Zink, last week to discuss vaccines and the important role of seasonal influenza vaccinations as Alaskans continue to face the health impacts of the coronavirus pandemic. They covered everything from efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, the need for preventing a bad flu season, Alaskan concerns regarding vaccines, and efforts to prepare for a COVID-19 vaccine. Click here for video of their entire discussion. Dr. Zink first provided an update on current state of play of COVID-19 in Alaska and explained the importance of Alaskans working together to slow the spread, particularly as the winter flu season approaches. COVID fatigue is real and we are seeing that across our state and we are seeing cases rise because of it. So as we are really facing a very challenging time in our state right now we need to remember that prevention works, that masks work, that distance works, and we need to do it collectively. There's no one magic answer. It's a series of tools that we use in collection to really slow the spread. There's no one policy, no one person, no one thing that's going to make this go away. It's going to be all Alaskans working together, said Dr. Zink. The important message with us right now is to recognize that the protocols and the guidance haven't changed, said Senator Murkowski. Our numbers are not where we want them to be. In fact we are going in a direction that all of us had hoped we wouldn't see. The outbreaks that we are seeing in rural Alaska right now are quite concerning to all of us, because we recognize that we have much more limited capacity … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401833 | Alaska Congressman Don Young Issues Statement Following De-Listing of the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act | 2020-10-30 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | Alaska Congressman Don Young Issues Statement Following De-Listing of the Gray Wolf from the Endangered Species Act Washington, October 30, 2020 Washington, D.C. On Thursday, the U.S. Department of the Interior announced the successful recovery and subsequent de-listing of the gray wolf from the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Following their de-listing, state and tribal wildlife management agencies will resume responsibility for sustainable management and protection of gray wolves in states with gray wolf populations. After the announcement, Alaska Congressman Don Young issued the following statement: "The people are always the best stewards of their land, and very frankly, Alaskans know that better than anyone. The de-listing of the gray wolf re-affirms that state, local, and tribal governments in the Lower 48 should bear responsibility for hunting, fishing, and wildlife management. As Congress intended, wildlife management under the Endangered Species Act should be based on sound science. It has been well-established that unchecked gray wolf populations jeopardize the balance of our ecosystem. Unless properly managed, gray wolves threaten caribou, moose, elk, and other wildlife populations. I am very pleased that President Trump has shifted the gray wolf's management to state and tribal organizations. Restoring local powers has always been one of my highest priorities, and I will continue working in Congress and with the Administration to ensure that the people are trusted to make decisions for themselves, said Young. More information can be found here. ### | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-applauds-usgs-funding-to-improve-earthquake-monitoring-and-response-in-alaska- | Murkowski Applauds USGS Funding to Improve Earthquake Monitoring and Response in Alaska | 2020-10-30 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 10.30.20 Murkowski Applauds USGS Funding to Improve Earthquake Monitoring and Response in Alaska The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) recently announced an award of $2.85 million to the Alaska Earthquake Center at the University of Alaska-Fairbanks to support operations of the Advanced National Seismic System (ANSS), including stations received from the National Science Foundation USArray. When an earthquake strikes, the ANSS a collaboration between regional, state, and academic institutes and the USGS works to collect and analyze real-time data, and distribute information to the local government, emergency responders, media, and the public. Year-after-year, in her role as Chairman of the U.S. Senate Interior-Environment Appropriations Subcommittee, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) has secured funding to support the USGS Earthquake Hazards Program. For Alaskans, earthquakes are a part of life. But the destruction caused by the magnitude 7.1 earthquake that took place in Alaska in November of 2018 was a stark reminder that our efforts to improve earthquake research, monitoring, and real-time date is imperative. This funding will play a critical role in supporting ANSS and the University of Alaska-Fairbanks in their efforts to reduce the impacts of earthquakes in Alaska as well as to keep the public informed and prepared in the face of disaster, said Senator Murkowski. In my role as Chairman of the Interior Appropriations Subcommittee, I've worked hard to secure funding to support efforts to help develop and enhance earthquake monitoring capabilities, including the purchase of seismic monitors that are part of the USArray. I'm proud to have played a role in securing funding which helped make this announcement possible and thank the USGS for prioritizing the needs of Alaskans. Print Email Tweet | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/senate-and-house-introduce-accelerating-access-to-critical-therapies-for-als-act | Senate and House introduce Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Act | 2020-10-30 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 10.30.20 Senate and House introduce Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Act Early access to promising treatments offers new hope in fight against ALS and improved infrastructure for neurodegenerative disease drug development This week, U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) along with Representatives Jeff Fortenberry (R-Neb.) and Mike Quigley (D-Ill.) introduced an updated version of ACT for ALS,Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Act, in the United States Senate and House of Representatives. The two new pieces of legislation, S.4867in the Senate and H.R.8662in the House, create new pathways for faster and broader access to therapies for those most in need, including those facing a fatal disease like ALS. For years I've been working with the ALS community to help increase research opportunities and ensure those living with this deadly disease have the support they need. We've made progress, but even with promising treatments in clinical trials, patients unable to enroll in those research studies unfortunately have very few options for treatment. Through a new pilot grant program, as well as other additional funding, this bipartisan legislation will help address barriers to utilizing the current expanded access pathway, while also broadly supporting the development of ALS treatments. As someone whose family has been personally impacted by ALS, I'm proud to help Senator Coons lead this effort,said Senator Lisa Murkowski. "We must do all we can to support thetens of thousandsof Americansimpacted byALS, aterrible diseasewithout a cure.ACTfor ALS will expand early treatment options and support the cutting-edge research needed to improve quality of life and find a cure. Weshouldtake steps to facilitate access to new therapies, drug treatments, and medical breakthroughsto aid Americans who sufferfromALS orotherforms of neurodegenerative disease,said Senator Ch… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401824 | Alaska Delegation Proposes US-Canada Border Crossing Solutions | 2020-10-29 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | In an effort to address US-Canada border crossing issues created by the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, Congressman Don Young, and Governor Mike Dunleavy (all R-AK) sent a letter to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, raising issues severely impacting Alaskans. In their letter, the Alaska Delegation highlighted specific, persisting challenges impacting the health and safety of Alaskans and proposed reasonable solutions. As we continue to work together to address the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19, to keep our residents and citizens safe and healthy, we appreciate the consideration for reasonable land crossing exceptions for essential travel between Alaska and the contiguous United States through your country. The Delegation explained that each year Alaskans, many elderly and with medical conditions, journey south, traveling through Canada to the contiguous United States, in order to be closer to comprehensive medical facilities better equipped to address their healthcare needs in addition to being in a warmer climate, which is easier on their health. Such travel is currently considered non-essential according to Canada's cross-border travel restrictions. In addition, the Delegation raised the unique circumstance of residents in Hyder, Alaska who are being impacted by current border closures. For example, the only grocery store in the region is located in nearby Stewart, British Columbia, and Hyder children typically attend the nearby Canadian schools. While there are many more individual instances of travel restrictions impacting daily lives, we highlight these two as some of the most pressing issues, but ones for which we think there are reasonable solutions to ensure the safety and health of both Canadians and Alaskans alike. We all agree that we must remain vigilant against the threats to the health and wellbeing of our people that COVID-19 has created. We have at-risk Alaskans who will soon be unable to complete their journey south by road due to snow and difficult … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401825 | Delegation: Tongass Exemption Will Help Build Sustainable Economy in Southeast Alaska | 2020-10-29 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | Ketchikan, AlaskaU.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, and Rep. Don Young, all R-Alaska, today issued the following statements after the U.S. Forest Service (Forest Service) published aRecord of Decision(ROD) and final rule exempting the Tongass National Forest from the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule (Roadless Rule). The Tongass is home tomanyAlaskans who want what most Americans take for grantedthe opportunity to live, work, and raise their families in the communities in which they grew up,said Murkowski, Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.A full exemption from the Roadless Rule means access to more affordable and renewable energy to power homes and schools, access to technology at a time when more Americans are logging online for health care and education, and access for transportation and recreation to promote jobs and economic activity in the regionall while ensuring continued good stewardship of our lands and waters. I thank the USDA and Forest Service team for recognizing that one-size-fits-all federal policies are not appropriate in Alaska, and sometimes simply do not fit at all. Alaskans in Southeast have seen their opportunity to harvest timber, advance vitalrenewableenergy and mineral projects, build basic infrastructure and connect communities stifled for too long as a result of the 2001 Roadless Rule,said Sullivan. These opportunities are finally back on the table with thefinalization today ofa full exemption for the Tongass from this overly-burdensome and out-of-touch regulation. I will always fight to take control from bureaucratic D.C. agencies and put it into the hands of Alaskans who rely on our lands to make a living and understand intimately the important balance of conservation and local economies. I commend Secretary Perdue and the administration for working closely with Alaskans throughout this process and bringing us to this historic day. This is a great day for the State of Alaska, our economy, and Alaskans' right to govern themselves,said Young. For… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401827 | Following Advocacy from Congressman Don Young, U.S. Coast Guard Dispatches Icebreaker to Alaska | 2020-10-29 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | Washington, D.C. Today, the United States Coast Guard announced that for the first time since 1984, it will send a U.S. icebreaker, the USCGC Polar Star (WAGB-10), north of the Arctic Circle for an 82-day deployment in the Bering and Chukchi Seas. This announcement demonstrates the strategic importance of the Coast Guard's Arctic mission following the loss of the USCGC Healy's operational capability on August 18, 2020, due to fire. With the Healy's loss, the USCG was left with only one operational icebreaker, which underscores the Polar Security Cutter Program's importance. Recognizing the need to bolster the Coast Guard's icebreaking capability,Alaska Congressman Don Youngsent a letterto Department of Homeland Security Acting Secretary Chad F. Wolf, urging him to consider leasing a U.S. flagged icebreaking vessel to provide icebreaking assistance to the region until the USCGC Healy can be repaired and returned to service. Today's announcement by the Coast Guard provides a much-needed demonstration of the Coast Guard's commitment to the region, and highlights the importance of Congressman Young's continued focus on the Arctic. While not a final solution for the lack of American icebreaking capabilities, the Polar Star's mission to protect maritime sovereignty and security in the region fills a near-term critical gap in America's Arctic presence and national security posture. With more coastline than all of the states in the Union combined, Alaskans know firsthand how essential the Coast Guard's mission is for protecting our waters, defending our borders, and frequently, serving as first responders to maritime emergencies, said Congressman Don Young. The United States is an Arctic nation because of Alaska, and icebreakers are essential not only for keeping our waters safe for mariners, but also for our broader national security needs. As a longtime advocate for Arctic domain awareness, I am acutely aware of the danger posed by the absence of the USCGC Healy. I am very pleased that the Coast Guard will be sendin… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/-delegation-tongass-exemption-will-help-build-sustainable-economy-in-southeast-alaska | Delegation: Tongass Exemption Will Help Build Sustainable Economy in Southeast Alaska | 2020-10-29 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 10.29.20 Delegation: Tongass Exemption Will Help Build Sustainable Economy in Southeast Alaska U.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, and Rep. Don Young, all R-Alaska, today issued the following statements after the U.S. Forest Service (Forest Service) published aRecord of Decision(ROD) and final rule exempting the Tongass National Forest from the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule (Roadless Rule). The Tongass is home tomanyAlaskans who want what most Americans take for grantedthe opportunity to live, work, and raise their families in the communities in which they grew up,said Murkowski, Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee.A full exemption from the Roadless Rule means access to more affordable and renewable energy to power homes and schools, access to technology at a time when more Americans are logging online for health care and education, and access for transportation and recreation to promote jobs and economic activity in the regionall while ensuring continued good stewardship of our lands and waters. I thank the USDA and Forest Service team for recognizing that one-size-fits-all federal policies are not appropriate in Alaska, and sometimes simply do not fit at all. Alaskans in Southeast have seen their opportunity to harvest timber, advance vitalrenewableenergy and mineral projects, build basic infrastructure and connect communities stifled for too long as a result of the 2001 Roadless Rule,said Sullivan. These opportunities are finally back on the table with thefinalization today ofa full exemption for the Tongass from this overly-burdensome and out-of-touch regulation. I will always fight to take control from bureaucratic D.C. agencies and put it into the hands of Alaskans who rely on our lands to make a living and understand intimately the important balance of conservation and local economies. I commend Secretary Perdue and the administration for working closely with Alaskans throughout this process and bringing us to this historic day. This is a great day for… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-welcomes-coast-guard-heavy-icebreaker-deploying-to-the-arctic | Murkowski Welcomes Coast Guard Heavy Icebreaker Deploying to the Arctic | 2020-10-29 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 10.29.20 Murkowski Welcomes Coast Guard Heavy Icebreaker Deploying to the Arctic Safeguarding Economic and National Security Interests in the Arctic Region U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) applauded the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) announcement that the USCG's POLAR STAR, our nation's sole operational icebreaker is deploying to the Arctic. The U.S. Coast Guard announced that beginning in early December 2020, POLAR STAR, a heavy icebreaker, will conduct an 82-day deployment in the Arctic, primarily in the Bering and Chukchi Seas, to execute Coast Guard statutory missions, reduce regional maritime risks, and advance national security objectives. This will mark the first time since 1984 the Arctic had a U.S. polar class icebreaker in the region. I am working hard to ensure that America is well positioned to assert and defend our interests as geo-strategic activity in the Arctic increases at remarkable rates. As we continue to push for more icebreakers, I welcome news that America's only operational heavy icebreaker, the U.S. Coast Guard Cutter POLAR STAR and her crew, will serve in America's Arctic this winter. While the USCGC POLAR STAR typically operates in Antarctica on resupply missions, this year Antarctica will be resupplied by aircraft and our area will enjoy USCGC POLAR STAR's presence instead, said Senator Murkowski. I look forward to a strong Coast Guard maritime domain asset in our waters and will be excited to see the great work the crew will accomplish during this time. USCGC POLAR STAR providing maritime domain presence and leadership this year will be a tremendous asset to the region, and in the years to come I look forward to the future fleet of Polar Security Cutters providing the same. Background: Senator Murkowski is committed to raising awareness of America's role as an Arctic nation as well as action necessary to support it. Murkowski has advocated for assets and capabilities needed for the… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/delegation-tongass-exemption-will-help-build-sustainable-economy-in-southeast-alaska | Delegation: Tongass Exemption Will Help Build Sustainable Economy in Southeast Alaska | 2020-10-29 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | Anchorage, Alaska—U.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, and Rep. Don Young, all R-Alaska, today issued the following statements after the U.S. Forest Service (Forest Service) published a Record of Decision (ROD) and final rule exempting the Tongass National Forest from the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule (Roadless Rule). “The Tongass is home to many Alaskans who want what most Americans take for granted—the opportunity to live, work, and raise their families in the communities in which they grew up,” said Murkowski, Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. “A full exemption from the Roadless Rule means access to more affordable and renewable energy to power homes and schools, access to technology at a time when more Americans are logging online for health care and education, and access for transportation and recreation to promote jobs and economic activity in the region—all while ensuring continued good stewardship of our lands and waters. I thank the USDA and Forest Service team for recognizing that one-size-fits-all federal policies are not appropriate in Alaska, and sometimes simply do not fit at all.” “Alaskans in Southeast have seen their opportunity to harvest timber, advance vital renewable energy and mineral projects, build basic infrastructure and connect communities stifled for too long as a result of the 2001 Roadless Rule,” said Sullivan. “These opportunities are finally back on the table with the finalization today of a full exemption for the Tongass from this overly-burdensome and out-of-touch regulation. I will always fight to take control from bureaucratic D.C. agencies and put it into the hands of Alaskans who rely on our lands to make a living and understand intimately the important balance of conservation and local economies. I commend Secretary Perdue and the administration for working closely with Alaskans throughout this process and bringing us to this historic day.” “This is a great day for the State of Alaska, our economy, and Alaskans' right to govern t… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z |
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/alaska-delegation-proposes-us-canada-border-crossing-solutions | Alaska Delegation Proposes US-Canada Border Crossing Solutions | 2020-10-28 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 10.28.20 Alaska Delegation Proposes US-Canada Border Crossing Solutions In an effort to address US-Canada border crossing issues created by the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, Congressman Don Young, and Governor Mike Dunleavy (all R-AK) sent a letter to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, raising issues severely impacting Alaskans. In their letter, the Alaska Delegation highlighted specific, persisting challenges impacting the health and safety of Alaskans and proposed reasonable solutions. As we continue to work together to address the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19, to keep our residents and citizens safe and healthy, we appreciate the consideration for reasonable land crossing exceptions for essential travel between Alaska and the contiguous United States through your country. The Delegation explained that each year Alaskans, many elderly and with medical conditions, journey south, traveling through Canada to the contiguous United States, in order to be closer to comprehensive medical facilities better equipped to address their healthcare needs in addition to being in a warmer climate, which is easier on their health. Such travel is currently considered non-essential according to Canada's cross-border travel restrictions. In addition, the Delegation raised the unique circumstance of residents in Hyder, Alaska who are being impacted by current border closures. For example, the only grocery store in the region is located in nearby Stewart, British Columbia, and Hyder children typically attend the nearby Canadian schools. While there are many more individual instances of travel restrictions impacting daily lives, we highlight these two as some of the most pressing issues, but ones for which we think there are reasonable solutions to ensure the safety and health of both Canadians and Alaskans alike. We all agree that we must remain vigilant against the threats to the health and wellbeing of our people that COVID-19 has created. We have at-risk Alaskans who wi… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-smith-introduce-bill-to-extend-important-flexibility-and-funding-to-after-school-programs | Murkowski, Smith Introduce Bill to Extend Important Flexibility and Funding to After School Programs | 2020-10-28 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 10.28.20 Murkowski, Smith Introduce Bill to Extend Important Flexibility and Funding to After School Programs Will help afterschool programs support students and parents struggling with online learning during the school day. The 21st Century Community Learning Centers (21st CCLC) program provides competitive grants to school districts, community based organizations, Indian tribes, and tribal organizations that provide supplemental academic and enrichment activities for students during non-school hours or periods when schools are not in session. The value of 21st CCLC-funded afterschool programs is well-established, ensuring children have an opportunity to access engaging learning activities while giving working parents peace of mind that their kids are safe when school is out. Unfortunately, 21st CCLC programs have been limited in their ability to support students whose schools are offering online-only or hybrid instruction during the COVID-19 health emergency. U.S, Senate Afterschool Caucus Co-Chairs, Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Tina Smith (D-NM), introduced the 21st Century Community Learning Centers Coronavirus Relief Act of 2020 to ensure that these students can receive the support they need to succeed. The bill also includes funding to help programs meet state and local health mandates. 21st Century Community Learning Centers have provided high-quality educational programming for over 20 years, inspiring students of all ages to learn, grow, and succeed. Through my roles on the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee and the Senate Appropriations Committee, I've been a strong and consistent advocate for the 21st CCLC program. However, grantees have been unable to use the funding we've secured to deliver school-day support to students who have transitioned to virtual learninga significant disservice to not only children, but also their parents, said Senator Murkowski. COVID-19 has … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/alaska-delegation-proposes-us-canada-border-crossing-solutions | Alaska Delegation Proposes US-Canada Border Crossing Solutions | 2020-10-28 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | Aims to Ensure Access to Food, Healthcare, and Other Essential Transportation for Alaskans WASHINGTON, D.C.— In an effort to address U.S.-Canada border crossing issues created by the COVID-19 pandemic, U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, Congressman Don Young, and Governor Mike Dunleavy (all R-AK) sent a letter to Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, raising issues severely impacting Alaskans. In their letter, the Alaska Delegation highlighted specific, persisting challenges impacting the health and safety of Alaskans and proposed reasonable solutions. “As we continue to work together to address the unprecedented challenges of COVID-19, to keep our residents and citizens safe and healthy, we appreciate the consideration for reasonable land crossing exceptions for essential travel between Alaska and the contiguous United States through your country.” The Delegation explained that each year Alaskans, many elderly and with medical conditions, journey south, traveling through Canada to the contiguous United States, in order to be closer to comprehensive medical facilities better equipped to address their healthcare needs in addition to being in a warmer climate, which is easier on their health. Such travel is currently considered non-essential according to Canada’s cross-border travel restrictions. In addition, the Delegation raised the unique circumstance of residents in Hyder, Alaska who are being impacted by current border closures. For example, the only grocery store in the region is located in nearby Stewart, British Columbia, and Hyder children typically attend the nearby Canadian schools. “While there are many more individual instances of travel restrictions impacting daily lives, we highlight these two as some of the most pressing issues, but ones for which we think there are reasonable solutions to ensure the safety and health of both Canadians and Alaskans alike. We all agree that we must remain vigilant against the threats to the health and wellbeing of our people that COVID-19 has create… | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z |
| http://donyoung.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=401823 | Alaska Delegation Welcomes Federal Approval for Willow Master Development Plan | 2020-10-27 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | AK | Don Young | Y000033 | donyoung.house.gov | legacy | Anchorage, Alaska U.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, and Rep. Don Young, all R-Alaska, today issued the following statements after the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) released itsRecord of Decisionfor the Willow Master Development Plan in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska (NPR-A). As we navigate these uncertain times, the federal approval of a major new North Slope development project provides real opportunities for Alaska and a path forward to help rebuild and strengthen our economy for years to come,said Murkowski, Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. Willow could put hundreds of Alaskans back to work, boost state revenues, and generate more than 160,000 barrels of daily throughput for the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System. I thank the BLM team for their work to complete this comprehensive review, and appreciate ConocoPhillips' efforts to address community concerns in their project design. With this important Record of Decision completed, the NRP-A is slated to be among the hottest energy prospects in the world,said Sullivan. The Willow project alone willbemassiveandbring to our state hundreds of good-paying jobs forhard-workingAlaskans, more than one hundred thousand barrels a day in TAPS throughput, and billions of dollars in economic activitywithout negatively impacting the environment Alaskans cherish.We as a delegation have fought hard with the administration against those in the Lower 48 who want to shut Alaska's economy down, and I have every intention of protecting what we've earned.I thank the Department of Interior for their work on this important project. The Willow project represents immense potential for our state, and this ROD comes at a critical time,said Young.The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our economy. We must continue making progress on projects like Willow that could bring good-paying jobs, significant revenue, and the resources we need to make America energy independent. This milestone is an important one, not only for Alaska but for the countless famili… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/alaska-delegation-welcomes-federal-approval-for-willow-master-development-plan- | Alaska Delegation Welcomes Federal Approval for Willow Master Development Plan | 2020-10-27 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 10.27.20 Alaska Delegation Welcomes Federal Approval for Willow Master Development Plan U.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, and Rep. Don Young, all R-Alaska, today issued the following statements after the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) released itsRecord of Decisionfor the Willow Master Development Plan in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska (NPR-A). As we navigate these uncertain times, the federal approval of a major new North Slope development project provides real opportunities for Alaska and a path forward to help rebuild and strengthen our economy for years to come,said Murkowski, Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. Willow could put hundreds of Alaskans back to work, boost state revenues, and generate more than 160,000 barrels of daily throughput for the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System. I thank the BLM team for their work to complete this comprehensive review, and appreciate ConocoPhillips' efforts to address community concerns in their project design. With this important Record of Decision completed, the NRP-A is slated to be among the hottest energy prospects in the world,said Sullivan. The Willow project alone willbemassiveandbring to our state hundreds of good-paying jobs forhard-workingAlaskans, more than one hundred thousand barrels a day in TAPS throughput, and billions of dollars in economic activitywithout negatively impacting the environment Alaskans cherish.We as a delegation have fought hard with the administration against those in the Lower 48 who want to shut Alaska's economy down, and I have every intention of protecting what we've earned.I thank the Department of Interior for their work on this important project. The Willow project represents immense potential for our state, and this ROD comes at a critical time, said Young.The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our economy. We must continue making progress on projects like Willow that could bring good-paying jobs, significant revenue, and the resources we need to make America energy independent. … | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/alaska-delegation-welcomes-federal-approval-for-willow-master-development-plan | Alaska Delegation Welcomes Federal Approval for Willow Master Development Plan | 2020-10-27 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | Anchorage, Alaska – U.S. Sens. Lisa Murkowski, Dan Sullivan, and Rep. Don Young, all R-Alaska, today issued the following statements after the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) released its Record of Decision for the Willow Master Development Plan in the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska (NPR-A). “As we navigate these uncertain times, the federal approval of a major new North Slope development project provides real opportunities for Alaska and a path forward to help rebuild and strengthen our economy for years to come,” said Murkowski, Chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. “Willow could put hundreds of Alaskans back to work, boost state revenues, and generate more than 160,000 barrels of daily throughput for the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System. I thank the BLM team for their work to complete this comprehensive review, and appreciate ConocoPhillips’ efforts to address community concerns in their project design.” “With this important Record of Decision completed, the NRP-A is slated to be among the hottest energy prospects in the world,” said Sullivan. “The Willow project alone will be massive and bring to our state hundreds of good-paying jobs for hard-working Alaskans, more than one hundred thousand barrels a day in TAPS throughput, and billions of dollars in economic activity—without negatively impacting the environment Alaskans cherish. We as a delegation have fought hard with the administration against those in the Lower 48 who want to shut Alaska’s economy down, and I have every intention of protecting what we’ve earned. I thank the Department of Interior for their work on this important project.” “The Willow project represents immense potential for our state, and this ROD comes at a critical time,” said Young. “The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted our economy. We must continue making progress on projects like Willow that could bring good-paying jobs, significant revenue, and the resources we need to make America energy independent. This milestone is an important one, not only for Alaska … | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z |
| https://www.murkowski.senate.gov/press/release/murkowski-votes-to-confirm_judge-amy-coney-barrett-to-supreme-court | Murkowski Votes to Confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett to Supreme Court | 2020-10-26 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | House | AK | Lisa Murkowski | M001153 | www.murkowski.senate.gov | legacy | 10.26.20 Murkowski Votes to Confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett to Supreme Court U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) today voted to confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett to serve as the next Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. The nomination was confirmed by a vote of 52-48. On Saturday, prior to the vote, Senator Murkowski spoke on the Senate floor to explain her opposition to the process, but turning to the decision of whether Judge Amy Coney Barrett is qualified to serve on the highest court in the land, announced she would vote in favor of the nominee. My constitutional responsibility is to now look beyond process and to vote based on a solid evaluation of her qualifications and fitness of judicial temperament, said Senator Murkowski. I have reviewed Judge Barrett's confirmation hearing and her writings. I also had a lengthy discussion with her this week to delve further into her record and views of jurisprudence. It is clear that she is qualified by any objective standard and has received the highest possible rating from the American Bar Association. She has demonstrated a strong command of the law, intellect, discipline, and, ultimately, the capability to hold the position of Associate Justice of the Supreme Court. In Case You Missed It: Click here for Senator Murkowski's full statement announcing her vote. Click here to watch Senator Murkowski's floor speech. Click here to read Senator Murkowski's floor speech. Speech Excerpts: I have looked inward, considering in these difficult days what I believe is best for the institutions of our government. And I recognize that confirming this nominee is not going to heal, it's not going to salve the wounds that those institutions have endured. But neither will threats that, should the balance of power in this chamber change, that everything is on the table including the end of the legislative filibuster and packing the Court. I do not believe that moving forward on a nominee just over a week removed from a pitched presidential election, when… | 1 | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | 2026-03-30T12:14:52Z | ||
| https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases/sullivan-votes-to-confirm-barrett-to-supreme-court | Sullivan Votes to Confirm Barrett to Supreme Court | 2020-10-26 | 2020 | 2020-10 | Republican | Senate | AK | Dan Sullivan | S001198 | www.sullivan.senate.gov | sullivan | https://www.sullivan.senate.gov/newsroom/press-releases?PageNum_rs=47 | scraper | WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) today released the following statement after voting to confirm Judge Amy Coney Barrett to serve as the next Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court. “Judge Barrett has demonstrated herself to be a distinguished and respected jurist who understands the proper role of a judge – to have fidelity to the written law and Constitution, not to make policy.” said Senator Sullivan. “Based on her record as a scholar and federal court of appeals judge, the Senate’s confirmation hearings, and my in-depth discussion with her, I am confident that Judge Barrett understands the issues important to Alaskans, including upholding our Second Amendment rights, restraining the expansive powers of federal agencies, and giving special attention to unique federal laws that relate to Alaska. For all of these reasons, I believe Judge Barrett is exceptionally well-qualified to be an Associate Justice on the United States Supreme Court.” Senator Sullivan delivered remarks on the floor of the U.S. Senate on October 21 announcing his support for Judge Barrett’s nomination. # # # | 1 | 2026-03-30T01:40:41Z | 2026-06-28T00:34:36Z |
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