Mark Begich: “We are now learning through a lot of data that more and more veterans are living in more rural areas than ever before.”

They argue this tax protects energy security, yet it increases reliance on foreign adversaries. If we are serious about energy security, affordability, and economic growth, we must repeal the natural gas tax. H.J. Res. 35 is a commonsense…

It has been an honor to be here.

We specifically extend our appreciation to Senator Murkowski and Senator Begich for their support and efforts to repeal the Alaska exception of the Violence Against Women Act.

I want to make sure my colleagues hear exactly what you are saying, so a couple years from now, we do not hear complaints that, geez, why did you not do it?