Jun 19, 2012
Will the gentlelady yield? Ms. DeLAURO. I would love to do that, dear colleague, but I can't. I need to be back in Appropriations.
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.
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Jun 18, 2012
At this time, I yield 5 minutes to the author of the bill, Congressman Franks from Arizona.
Jun 18, 2012
I have no further speakers. Mr. Speaker, I urge passage of this legislation. And I misspoke a moment ago. Congressman Collin Peterson has been fighting this battle for years and years, and I'm glad to finally see that he has succeeded. He…
Jun 18, 2012
In 1999, the United States Court of Federal Claims awarded a $20 million settlement to the Minnesota Chippewa Tribe, pursuant to the Nelson Act and various treaties that are not covered by the Nelson Act, for various accounting obligations…
Jun 6, 2012
I am thankful for the understanding of the chairman and the ranking member of the full committee. This is important to our Nation and especially Alaska, and I do appreciate your consideration. With that, I yield back the balance of my…
Jun 5, 2012
This amendment has been adopted by the House twice unanimously, and so I urge the passage of the amendment. I yield back the balance of my time.
May 31, 2012
We are going to sit back and watch the rest of the world flourish economically.
May 9, 2012
Thank you, Mr. Chairman. In these tight budgetary times, hard choices must be made, and we should ensure that we do our utmost to put funds back into productive programs that increase the sustainability of fisheries and benefit the States…
Apr 19, 2012
If I were to make a suggestion if every tribe was to hire all its tribal members, you couldn't collect any tax.
Apr 18, 2012
I want to thank the bill's sponsors--Vice Chairman Barrasso, Chairman Akaka, and Senator McCain--for their leadership.
Apr 18, 2012
I do not think they are fair. Again, you are not public lands. You are sovereign lands.
Apr 18, 2012
If you have the sovereign right to those lands, you could charge what you want for the permits.
Apr 18, 2012
You do not need the Federal Government telling you what you can and cannot do.
Apr 18, 2012
This fracking thing is not new. It has been done. This is a charade by those that do not want any fossil fuels developed.
Apr 18, 2012
As a sovereign nation, they have a right to make that decision, not you, not under a law that is so old.
Apr 18, 2012
Today's hearing was scheduled in response to a violation of the Department of the Interior's tribal consultation policy.
Apr 18, 2012
While the Department of the Interior earns an 'A' for promises to consult with tribes, it gets an 'F' for promises actually kept.
Apr 18, 2012
You have an Administration that understands the challenges that you face, and most importantly, you have a President that's got your back.
Apr 18, 2012
We are going to pass the American Indian Empowerment Act which gives them the right of sovereignty and self determination.
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