It is not necessarily taking it from another budget category where we are arm wrestling with somebody else?

I think it is something we point to as a source of pride, an innovative way to be able to provide for oral health care needs of our Native people.

I will not stand by and watch as more Alaskan lives are put at risk, put at risk, potentially, to die. I will not let this issue die.

The only thing that is standing in the way is our own Federal Government's decision to place a higher value on the birds than it does on the health and safety of my State's citizens.

I think it was you, Mr. Goldwyn, that mentioned that it's not whether in terms of exports, but whether we act in time to help.

To be able to discuss our natural gas, our oil, our other resources as truly a strategic asset is something that, I think, is a remarkable story coming out of the United States.

I ask unanimous consent that the order for the quorum call be rescinded. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. 1964 Alaska Earthquake

I think signals could certainly be important. They have to be followed up by concrete action to have, ultimately have, the impact, not be temporary.

this has been, I think, a great hearing. Certainly a good way to kick off your first full committee hearing as chair

we can help our friends and allies. One where we can engage in an environment where as we seek to increase production domestically

I want to drill down a little bit here on the discussion of what we can do today to make a difference over in the Ukraine, have influence on Russia.

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I continue to strongly oppose, strongly oppose, FDA approval of genetically engineered salmon.

I think he would be proud of this room and how it has been kind of transformed to reflect some of American Indian heritage.

We must work together to address the unique challenges faced by our tribal communities.

I think it is exceptionally important.

I don't believe that the FDA has adequately studied the environmental effects, the economic impacts, not only on the wild salmon themselves, but our seafood markets, and let alone the potential health impacts on humans.

I trust that system better than I trust somebody without talking to us making the formula.

Can you assure me that FDA is prepared to deny approval of the sale of GE salmon to consumers if your agency determines that it cannot guarantee that it's safe to eat?

I could not agree with you more. I also acknowledge, as I am sure that you do, the role the Coast Guard is taking on increased priority and presence.

I would appreciate that.

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with the very unfortunate events in Ukraine in the headlines and the Ukrainian people close to our hearts, I rise today to speak to a topic that has significance not only for that European crisis and for our own well-being but also bearing…