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Senate committee advances bill supporting young fishermen through 2031

The Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee has moved forward with a bipartisan bill to reauthorize the Young Fishermen’s Development Program.

By C. G. Sanders | Oct 22, 2025

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Alaska officials thank President Trump for quick disaster relief after Typhoon Halong

U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan and Lisa Murkowski, along with Congressman Nick Begich, expressed gratitude to President Donald Trump for his rapid approval of a federal disaster declaration in response to the destruction caused by the remnants of...

By C. G. Sanders | Oct 22, 2025

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Senate panel advances reauthorization of Young Fishermen's Development Program

By A. T. Morse | Oct 22, 2025

The Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee has moved forward with bipartisan legislation to reauthorize the Young Fishermen’s Development Program.

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Senate passes NDAA with major investments for Coast Guard and Alaska priorities

By A. T. Morse | Oct 22, 2025

The Senate has passed the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes the Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2026.

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Sullivan secures funding for Alaska projects in $924 billion defense authorization act

By A. T. Morse | Oct 21, 2025

U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, has played a significant role in advancing the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) through the Senate.

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Alaska congressional delegation urges presidential approval for Western Alaska disaster aid

By C. G. Sanders | Oct 17, 2025

U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, along with Congressman Nick Begich, have called on President Donald Trump to approve a federal disaster declaration for Western Alaska following severe storm damage caused by the remnants of Typhoon...

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Alaska lawmakers urge swift federal disaster aid after Typhoon Halong damages western communities

By A. T. Morse | Oct 17, 2025

U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan and Lisa Murkowski, along with Congressman Nick Begich, have called on President Donald Trump to approve a federal disaster declaration for Western Alaska.

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Murkowski addresses Senate on storm impacts and resilience efforts in Western Alaska

By C. G. Sanders | Oct 16, 2025

U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) addressed the Senate on October 16, 2025, to discuss the recent storms that have severely impacted Western Alaska.

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Lawmakers urge OMB to reaffirm back pay for furloughed federal workers after shutdowns

By A. T. Morse | Oct 15, 2025

U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and a bipartisan group of lawmakers have called on the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to follow existing law and ensure back pay for federal employees furloughed during government shutdowns.

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Murkowski highlights Alaska priorities in Senate-passed FY26 National Defense Authorization Act

By A. T. Morse | Oct 11, 2025

Yesterday, the U.S. Senate approved the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026 with a bipartisan vote of 77-20. U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) supported the legislation, which authorizes $925.8 billion for defense and...

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Senate passes bipartisan bill to expand leave for Public Health Service officers

By A. T. Morse | Oct 10, 2025

Bipartisan legislation aimed at expanding leave benefits for officers in the U.S. Public Health Service (PHS) Commissioned Corps has passed the Senate by unanimous consent.

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Senate votes to overturn Biden-era Central Yukon management plan

By C. G. Sanders | Oct 10, 2025

The U.S. Senate has passed a joint resolution led by Senators Dan Sullivan and Lisa Murkowski, both Republicans from Alaska, to overturn the Biden administration’s Central Yukon Resource Management Plan (CYRMP).

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Sullivan welcomes U.S.–Finland agreement on polar icebreakers to boost Arctic security

By M. S. Booth | Oct 10, 2025

U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) has expressed support for a new agreement between the United States and Finland aimed at constructing up to four advanced polar icebreakers.

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Murkowski supports debate on war powers resolution concerning military action against criminal groups

By M. S. Booth | Oct 9, 2025

U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) has released a statement regarding her recent vote on Senate Joint Resolution 83, which concerns military action against transnational criminal organizations designated as foreign terrorist organizations.

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Senate passes ARTIST Act protecting Alaska Native ivory traditions

By C. G. Sanders | Oct 9, 2025

The U.S. Senate has unanimously passed the Alaska’s Right to Ivory Sales and Tradition (ARTIST) Act, a bill introduced by Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska).

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Senate passes resolution to overturn Biden-era Central Yukon land management plan

By A. T. Morse | Oct 9, 2025

The U.S. Senate has voted 50 to 46 to approve a joint resolution led by Senators Dan Sullivan and Lisa Murkowski, both Republicans from Alaska, aimed at overturning the Biden administration’s Central Yukon Resource Management Plan (CYRMP).

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Trump re-approves Ambler Access Project; Alaskan officials cite economic impact

By A. T. Morse | Oct 6, 2025

U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, along with Congressman Nick Begich, all Republicans from Alaska, have released statements following President Donald J. Trump’s decision to re-approve the Ambler Access Project in Alaska.

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Alaska lawmakers welcome presidential re-approval of Ambler Access Project

By M. S. Booth | Oct 6, 2025

U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, along with Congressman Nick Begich, all Republicans from Alaska, have issued statements following President Donald J. Trump’s decision to re-approve the Ambler Access Project in Alaska.

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Senator Sullivan urges end to shutdown; criticizes Democratic leadership over budget impasse

By A. T. Morse | Oct 4, 2025

U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) has called on Senate Democrats to support a clean, bipartisan continuing resolution (CR) to reopen the federal government after a recent shutdown.

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Senate approves resolution establishing Choose Respect Day against domestic violence

By M. S. Booth | Oct 3, 2025

The U.S. Senate has unanimously approved a resolution from Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) designating October 1 as national Choose Respect Day.