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Lisa Ann Murkowski is an American politician serving as the senior United States senator from Alaska, a position she has held since 2002. A member of the Republican Party, Murkowski has been a prominent figure in Alaskan and national politics, known for her moderate stance on various issues. She was first appointed to the Senate in 2002 and has since been elected multiple times, demonstrating a strong commitment to her constituents and the state of Alaska.
As a cosponsor of S. 1392, the EPA Regulatory Reform Act, I know how important this issue is to my colleagues on both sides of the aisle. The Senator is correct that this language is not intended by the conferees to convey an endorsement…
As Senator Begich mentioned, Alaskans are celebrating other occasions this week as well. I rise today to speak about a resolution Senator Begich and I have submitted that recognizes December 18, 2011, as the 40th anniversary of the Alaska…
Madam President, I feel as if this is a little bit of Alaska day here. We just celebrated the very successful nomination of Morgan Christen to the Ninth Circuit. I am really quite proud of Morgan and her accomplishments. As an Alaskan and…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that Patrick Norton and Will Frey, interns in Senator Paul's office, be granted floor privileges for the remainder of the day. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tempore. Without objection, it is so ordered…
Mr. President, I too rise in support of Morgan Christen, the nominee who is before us today, and I add my thanks to the chairman of the Judiciary Committee and, in fact, the entire Judiciary Committee, for their work in advancing not only…
Mr. President, I rise today to honor a gentleman by the name of John Katz. John is a longtime public servant to the State of Alaska who is set to retire at year's end. John has served Alaska for more than 40 years, working for eight…
Madam President, I have come to the floor this morning to discuss a provision in the Energy and Water appropriations bill that apparently Senator Bingaman has just spoken to. This would require the sale of $500 million worth of oil from…
Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that Sarah Boger, an intern in my office, be allowed the privileges of the floor throughout consideration of the debate on the nomination of Sharon Gleason. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Webb). Without…
Mr. President, I rise today to recognize and thank our Nation's veterans. They have helped define our country with their service, their commitment, their sacrifice, and their legacy. On November 11, 1918, the hostilities of World War I…
Madam President, there is a lot of discussion, of course, about jobs in this country--where they are, and what we can do to help incent them. I had the opportunity while I was in my State last week to host three different townhalls that…
Mr. President, today I wish to note the importance of growing Russian-American cooperation in the field of civil nuclear energy. Our common interests in this area are a significant opportunity to enhance energy security and economic growth…
Today, there is a celebration in Alaska. Tonight is the 144th anniversary of Alaska Day. This is the day that commemorates the first raising of the Stars and Stripes over Lord Baranof's castle in Sitka, AK. At the time, Sitka was called…
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