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Don Young is a Republican politician who served as the U.S. Representative for Alaska's at-large congressional district from 1973 until his passing in 2022. He was the longest-serving member of Congress in Alaska's history and was known for his strong advocacy for Alaskan interests, particularly in areas such as resource development and indigenous rights. Young was a prominent figure in various legislative efforts, including those related to transportation and infrastructure in Alaska. Throughout his tenure, he was recognized for his direct and often colorful communication style, which resonated with many constituents.
I had the privilege last Sunday to be an observer in Puerto Rico for the plebiscite and watch the people of Puerto Rico make the decision that they would like to be the 51st State. I think it is time for this Congress to make the 3,400,000…
Many of the Village Built Clinics are in extreme disrepair and there is a considerable need for a reserve fund.
I am interested in seeing what we can do about revamping the whole FAA, but not the air traffic controllers so much.
I think maybe we ought to spend our time on studying the regulations that they pass.
Thank you to Chairman Emeritus Young in the discussion that focused on the considerable unmet needs of Village Built Clinics.
It is supposed to be for the people, by the people, with the people, not by an executive branch making a decision without consultation.
I have introduced, Mr. Chairman, my bill called the MAST Act, the Marine Access and State Transparency Act.
I am always interested that most of these recommendations come from universities that really have no stake in this.
It was done by the interest groups that said no more of anything unless it suits our goal.
I do not believe the Antiquities Act should ever have been applied to oceans.
I have no additional speakers on this legislation. I do urge the passage of the legislation as a classic example of where people are working together to have a place to rest and save some great art. I congratulate the gentleman for…
I have no further speakers, and I urge passage of the legislation. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.
The Colville Tribes developed the Tribal Biomass Demonstration Project which is included as Section 6 in Congressman Don Young's Native American Energy Act.
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of the bill (before the short title), insert the following: Sec. __. None of the funds made…
=========================== NOTE =========================== July 13, 2016, on page H4891, the following appeared: from Alaska. (Mr. YOUNG of Alaska asked and was The online version has been corrected to read: from Alaska. Mr. YOUNG of…
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of the bill (before the short title), insert the following: Sec. ___. None of the funds made…
=========================== NOTE =========================== July 13, 2016, on page H4889, the following appeared: from Alaska. (Mr. YOUNG of Alaska asked and was The online version has been corrected to read: from Alaska. Mr. YOUNG of…
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of the bill (before the short title), insert the following: Sec. __. None of the funds made…
=========================== NOTE =========================== July 13, 2016, on page H4888, the following appeared: from Alaska. (Mr. YOUNG of Alaska asked and was The online version has been corrected to read: from Alaska. Mr. YOUNG of…
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of the bill (before the short title), insert the following: Sec. __. None of the funds made…
=========================== NOTE =========================== July 13, 2016, on page H4887, the following appeared: from Alaska. (Mr. YOUNG of Alaska asked and was The online version has been corrected to read: from Alaska. Mr. YOUNG of…
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: At the end of the bill (before the short title), insert the following: Sec. __. None of the funds made…
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