Feb 17, 2011
The native communities in Alaska support this. They support drilling. I've had them in my office. And to say that, I represent that State, not Alexandria, Virginia. And they've come to me and said we need it.
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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Feb 16, 2011
I am deeply disappointed in the lady from Connecticut. This is a program that has been in existence since 1994, and you voted for it every time. This is not an earmark. This is an existing program. And I've heard you rail all night about…
Feb 10, 2011
The second one, the newest one to come out is a regulation by EPA under the oil spill liability clause where the EPA is proposing a regulation to apply to dairies because milk has fat in it. They want to apply the oil spill liability…
Jan 25, 2011
I have reviewed the report, and I have also reviewed the members of the Commission. And I have statements from every one of the members of the Commission that do not support offshore drilling, including the two witnesses before us.
Jan 25, 2011
We are facing bankruptcy because we have not been able to develop our fossil fuels.
Jan 25, 2011
I am just questioning the Commission and the sincerity of really seeking a solution to a needed commodity, which is oil.
Nov 3, 2009
I happen to support the foundation of the legislation. I talked to Mr. Cole about this.
Nov 3, 2009
That word generally, but keep in mind that this decision was made 20 years ago not to allow the Secretary to take land in trust.
Jun 23, 2009
I have promoted this bill, passed it through this Committee and onto the Floor of the House.
Jun 10, 2009
This is going to be a cooperative effort to make sure that yes, they are recognized.
Jun 10, 2009
The one thing we have to recognize in this act there isn't a native land claims act itself in Alaska.
Jun 10, 2009
They are different. They are natives. There is Hawaiian Natives, and there is Alaska Natives.
Jun 10, 2009
I am in strong support of this legislation because we have lived through this in Alaska.
Mar 25, 2009
Thank you, Congressman Young. Congressman Don Young, Congressman for all of Alaska. We really appreciate your support and commitment.
Mar 24, 2009
The American Indian, Alaska Native are dear to my heart, and we have made great strides, and I would like to continue that.
Mar 24, 2009
Congressman Young is quite aware of our programs. He has been supportive of us for the past 16 years.
Mar 23, 2009
When we finally come together as a Congress and say yes, we want to address this power issue, this energy dependency, but you are not going to do it unless we consider the fact we must have a percentage of fossil fuels that are…
Mar 23, 2009
But keep in mind, parts of the barrel, of the barrel that is made of 42 gallons of oil, there is actually, of that 42 gallons a barrel, 19 gallons are gasoline.
Mar 23, 2009
We can't continue to put our heads in the sand, when we are a nation of fossil fuels.
Mar 23, 2009
My big concern is it is the day of the Exxon Valdez tragedy--not disaster, tragedy.
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