Don Young
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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.
Sep 28, 2015
Has anybody explained to me, and I have listened to one doctor there, what advantage if someone has been fishing in an area for 44 years, and then you cannot fish because you have decided that this is a pristine area.
Sep 28, 2015
It has killed my timber industry and is trying to kill the fishing industry by federally-controlled management of fish, and I would say timber and all other resources, otherwise a socialist program.
Sep 16, 2015
I do thank the chairman and I do thank the ranking member for their kind comments. Much has been said about this fine piece of legislation. As was mentioned, it has passed the House twice. The Senate finally passed out a bill, and now we…
Aug 24, 2015
Alaska VA Healthcare System is facing serious issues as a result of poor implementation of the Choice Act.
Jul 27, 2015
We have a responsibility. Because you talk about defense, and I am all for defense.
Jul 27, 2015
I would like to ask unanimous consent to submit records for changes to alternative planning criteria used in Alaska.
Jul 27, 2015
I still think we either have to pass legislation for an independent study for leasing a management-private partnership.
Jul 27, 2015
I cannot blame an agency as much as I do the Congress in not recognizing the importance of the mission
Jul 27, 2015
We have got probably 74 ships going through the Bering Straits this year, which you did not have before.
Jul 27, 2015
I am not kidding about that. You talk to my geologists, at some time the North Pole did not have any ice.
Jul 23, 2015
On June 23, 2015, the House considered H.R. 1599, the Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act. It is my intention to vote against this legislation. For the past four decades I have fought tirelessly for one of the finest products in the world…
Jul 7, 2015
I appreciate the comments from the gentlewoman. I would suggest, respectfully, we should follow the law. We have given up the responsibility in this Congress to the President--not just this President, other Presidents. It is clear in the…
Jul 7, 2015
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will report the amendment. The Clerk read as follows: At the end of the bill (before the short title), insert the following: limitation on use of funds to implement the revised…
Jun 23, 2015
I would like to see this not be a black eye on American citizens, and Puerto Rico be accepted as equal.
Jun 23, 2015
I personally don't believe--I have said all along, and don't get upset with me--if you are not going to be a state, you should become an independent nation.
Jun 23, 2015
The out-migration of what I call the more talented people in Puerto Rico into the mainland is devastating.
Jun 23, 2015
The status quo cannot exist--the unfairness to Americans not being listened to by this Congress.
Jun 23, 2015
When I spoke in this committee room at a hearing earlier this year, I used the term 'colonialism by another name.'
Jun 23, 2015
We must show the 3.7 million Americans living in Puerto Rico... that those of us attending today's hearing still hear them when they speak.
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