"We have to address that. So I would urge you to move on this clearinghouse, to make this process easier."
"In total, all HIDTAs have seized an estimated $22 billion just in 2022 alone, allowing the return of $82 for every $1 spent on their budgets."
"I believe that in the future, whoever controls Alaska controls the world. I think it is the most strategic place in the world."
"I would just really encourage Senator Lisa Murkowski and the Committee on Indian Affairs that you please govern us for the health and well-being of our people."
"We also appreciate Senator Murkowski's support for greater Tribal representation on the North Pacific Fishery Management Council."
"The burden of conservation is borne primarily by those who live along the coast."
"Our situation is dire, and it indicates we need a fundamental shift in our fishery management systems."
"We urge you to push federal agencies to work with us to develop co-stewardship agreements for federally-managed lands and fisheries."
"Our tribes matter. Subsistence matters. Our villages matter. Salmon matter. We cannot be ignored any longer."
"Our subsistence way of life must have unconditional Federal support, and the State of Alaska must show willingness to seek a different path forward other than litigation."
"We need to be paying attention to that aspect of knowledge that you bring to the table."