Political Quotes

On the recordAugust 19, 2009
It's a preventive measure that makes as much sense in the Arctic as it does in Prince William Sound, where it was put in place after the Exxon Valdez oil spill.
Said by
Lisa Murkowski
Republican · Alaska

Editor's note · Context

Murkowski calls for independent marine pilots for Arctic vessels, citing past spill lessons.

Share

More from Lisa Murkowski

Aug 7, 2026

In Alaska, supporting our military services takes an all-hands-on-deck approach. We’ve seen firsthand how IGSAs benefit both military installations and local communities by combining resources for critical functions: everything from…

murphy.senate.gov
Jul 7, 2026

I will continue working to eliminate this fee permanently so that Alaska’s students are receiving the best education possible, regardless of the outcome of future legal challenges.

alaskabeacon.com
Aug 8, 2026

It's only off the table because this nomination is pending and the Senate has leverage.

huffpost.com
Aug 2, 2026

By providing women with the option to voluntarily prevent unplanned pregnancies and to protect themselves from transmission of the virus and have access to clinics, the United States can prevent further deaths of women and the cruel and…

foxnews.com

Other voices in this conversation