I don't want this to be a situation where this legislation that would bring, equity to the Sealaska people would be held hostage to a process that is certainly important, but it's also one that is very complicated, takes a great deal of time, and takes years.
Lisa Murkowski: “I don't want this to be a situation where this legislation that would bring, equity to the Sealaska people would be held…”
On the recordOctober 7, 2009
Source
congress.govEditor's note · Context
Murkowski expresses concern about delaying Sealaska legislation due to complex processes.
Share
More from Lisa Murkowski
Oct 1, 2026
This unprecedented announcement moves our long-sought Alaska natural gas pipeline closer than ever to construction and operation. South Korea’s commitment to invest $54 billion to build the gasline will deliver significant benefits for…
Oct 1, 2026
Where there’s opportunities to put certain guardrails in our spending bills — there are tools, there are mechanisms — we have to be diligent to it.
Aug 21, 2026
I join Alaskans in offering condolences as we learn of the plane crash in Cape Newenham.
Sep 18, 2026
This is an individual that is not only qualified for this position, he is ready to hit the ground running as a U.S. District Court judge.





