U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska)
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Recent News About U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska)
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Murkowski and Cantwell push for reauthorization of landslide preparedness act
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Maria Cantwell of Washington have reintroduced legislation aimed at reauthorizing the National Landslide Preparedness Act.
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Murkowski and Luján push bill to tackle U.S. maternal mortality crisis
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Ben Ray Luján have reintroduced the Midwives for Maximizing Optimal Maternity Services (MOMS) Act, a bipartisan effort aimed at addressing the maternal and infant mortality crisis in the United States.
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Murkowski supports act for national parks funding boost
U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski has announced her support for the America the Beautiful Act, a piece of legislation aimed at reauthorizing and enhancing the National Parks and Public Land Legacy Restoration Fund (LRF).
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Murkowski and Schatz reintroduce bill to support disabled veterans with vehicle transportation
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Brian Schatz of Hawaii have reintroduced the Deliver for Veterans Act, aiming to alleviate financial challenges for veterans with disabilities.
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Murkowski questions nominees for interior and energy positions on Alaska policies
U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski of Alaska engaged in significant discussions during a full committee hearing considering nominations for crucial Department of Interior (DOI) and Department of Energy (DOE) positions.
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Legislators push for ocean innovation clusters to support coastal communities
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Maria Cantwell, along with U.S. Representatives Chellie Pingree and Maria Elvira Salazar, introduced the Ocean Regional Opportunity and Innovation (Ocean ROI) Act to boost the blue economy and strengthen coastal...
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Murkowski and Gillibrand address concerns over potential changes to DOD's SAPR services
Yesterday, U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) reached out to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth amid concerns over potential changes to the Department of Defense's (DOD) sexual assault prevention and response (SAPR)...
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Senators urge President Trump to restore collective bargaining rights for federal workers
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski, Brian Schatz, Mark Warner, and Susan Collins have appealed to President Donald Trump to reinstate collective bargaining rights for federal workers.
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Murkowski calls for Congress to reclaim tariff authority from executive branch
In a recent speech on the Senate floor, Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) emphasized the need for Congress to reclaim its authority, particularly in regard to overseeing tariffs.
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Senators urge support for energy tax credits to boost domestic development
In a recent letter to United States Senate Majority Leader John Thune, Senators Lisa Murkowski, John Curtis, Thom Tillis, and Jerry Moran reaffirmed their support for maintaining energy tax credits.
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FAA invests $25 million to enhance aviation safety in Alaska
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, alongside Congressman Nick Begich, hailed a $25 million investment by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) aimed at enhancing aviation safety in Alaska.
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Murkowski and Shaheen demand explanation from DHS on erroneous email to Ukrainians
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Jeanne Shaheen have formally requested an explanation from the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) regarding emails reportedly received by Ukrainians on humanitarian parole in the United States.
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Lawmakers introduce bill to enhance Congress' control over tariff decisions
U.S. Senators, including Lisa Murkowski, Chuck Grassley, Maria Cantwell, Jerry Moran, Amy Klobuchar, Mark Warner, Mitch McConnell, and Michael Bennet, have introduced a bipartisan bill aimed at strengthening Congressional oversight over U.S. trade...
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Senators from both parties seek reversal of LIHEAP staffing cuts at HHS
U.S. Senators from both parties have appealed to the Trump Administration to reconsider the reported eliminations of staff managing the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) at the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS).
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Legislation aims to support survivors of military sexual trauma with improved benefits and care
U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski from Alaska has teamed up with Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee Ranking Member Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut, and U.S. Representative Chellie Pingree of Maine to push for legislation aimed at assisting military...
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Bipartisan bill seeks exemption from H-2B visa caps for fish processors
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski of Alaska and Tim Kaine of Virginia have introduced new legislation aimed at supporting the commercial fishing industry.
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Murkowski gains crucial pledges from Interior and Energy nominees
U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski has secured pledges from Katharine MacGregor, nominee for Deputy Secretary of the Interior, and James Danly, nominee for Deputy Secretary of Energy.
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Bipartisan resolution aims to preserve independent USPS and prevent its privatization
U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan and Gary Peters have introduced a resolution to support the United States Postal Service's independence and public service mission.
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Murkowski and Bennet advocate for protections for unaccompanied migrant children against court policy changes
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Michael Bennet have addressed the U.S. Department of Justice's Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR) regarding a recent policy shift that has raised concerns about protections for unaccompanied migrant...
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Murkowski and Cantwell reintroduce act to bolster hydropower development and river restoration
U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Maria Cantwell have reintroduced a bill known as the Maintaining and Enhancing Hydroelectricity and River Restoration Act.