Nov 30, 2011
The regional councils are required to take steps to address any overfished fishery and include measures for rebuilding the overfished stocks.
Don Young
The Public Record
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.
congress.gov
Nov 30, 2011
We just want to be treated, you know, like part of the United States, not as a colony any more, you know.
Nov 30, 2011
I have nothing against it, but we were treated as a colony for so long, and we are finally getting control of our fisheries.
Nov 17, 2011
This is really my legislation on energy for American jobs. Actually it is ANWR legislation.
Nov 16, 2011
I thank the gentleman for yielding. I have listened to this debate. This is a reciprocity vote that allows me to carry my weapon, as I have carried it for the last 50 years, from one State to another as long as I have a permit and they do…
Nov 15, 2011
This is well explained in the unanimous consent by the gentleman from New Jersey. I just urge the passage of the conveyance of the decommissioned Coast Guard Cutter STORIS to the nonprofit organization in Juneau, Alaska, for use as an…
Nov 15, 2011
You have EPA, Lisa Jackson, an organization that is trying to subvert your authority.
Nov 15, 2011
When I become emperor I might consider you as Secretary of the Interior, but that probably won't happen for a while.
Nov 15, 2011
I am supporting the Obama energy program. It is called a propeller because there is no energy program.
Nov 15, 2011
The energy program the Obama Administration has is nothing as far as producing energy.
Nov 15, 2011
I want you to know I am supporting Mr. Markey. I want to tell you right now I am supporting the Obama energy program.
Nov 15, 2011
Can you do me a favor? Again, I go back outside your agency and outside the state. When EPA or the Corps of Engineers... stop the process which you are putting forth, let me know where I can be of help to you.
Nov 15, 2011
I have an amendment at the desk. The Acting CHAIR. The Clerk will designate the amendment. The text of the amendment is as follows: Page 56, after line 3, insert the following (and conform the table of contents accordingly): SEC. 612…
Nov 15, 2011
I do think you have made some steps forward, but I will tell you that you are not the only player in town.
Nov 15, 2011
the energy program the Obama Administration has is nothing as far as producing energy.
Nov 2, 2011
Both bills have support from Indian Country and I look forward to hearing the testimony from our witnesses.
Nov 2, 2011
These are two good pieces of legislation. Mr. Black and all of you, we will be working with it.
Nov 2, 2011
I think Eni brought up a good point about, I am all for the Turks because I sort of like them to have a leg up because they were the first interested.
Politicians like Don Young
