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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.
Well, I am not on the committee, and, very frankly, I just know I am on the authorizing committee, and we are going to review the Fish and Wildlife Service and all of the other agencies that come before my committee. I have not had time to…
I am also striking the 113 passenger vehicles, the 54 remaining for them, the 59 for police work I am striking, because they never justified the use of those vehicles, and I am transferring that money to the BIA.
What my amendment does, very frankly, is to strike the funding for 59 new vehicles for the United States Fish and Wildlife Service for police activities and two airplanes for the Fish and Wildlife Service. It is my strong feeling that…
I cannot think of a better tribute to a person who worked so hard, and so I wanted to thank those Members who lead this charge with him, and I want to thank them for working to bring this legislation to the floor.
That law means nothing, because the Park Service does not do as they have been told to do. I know of which I speak because the gentleman from Minnesota told me, as Mr. Seiberling told me, that there would be no problem with access to…
The question is: What is necessary? Well, why do you not accept an amendment that says these roads, which are identifiable, already mapped, shall remain open for those private landholders?
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