We are making progress toward ecosystem-based management that ensures sustainable fisheries into the future.

Assuming that timelines are met.

the fact that there is no, really, mention in the current Magnuson-Stevens Act issue of acidification, warming waters, climate change, is because at the time it was done, no one really talked about it

The risk is greater. Patterns are changing.

That would be low-hanging fruit for a new Chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs.

Alaska truly is on the front lines in terms of changing climate.

We can do something now, or we can wait until something bad happens.

first, I wish to thank Senator Pryor. Senator Pryor and a group of us have introduced a piece of legislation that rights a wrong; that makes sure our military continues to receive their COLA in full course and in the full amount. As the…

I understand. I wanted to make sure there is nothing illegal.

I have a piece of legislation pending on the Safe Villages and Families Act, which talks about coordination.

Do you support that repeal or not?

I want to commend you guys for doing it, one, that there was unanimous support of the report.

The effects of extreme weather and existing challenges facing our communities... are impacting our economy on many different levels.

I am telling you, climate change is occurring.

Let me say this, I am over my time. I did have questions for the Commissioners, but I will submit those.

I have had my criticisms, to be frank with you, of the State's inability to really see this as an opportunity.

Thank you very much. Thanks to both of you for being here.

If you have more flexibility, less lack of access or ability, you can do a lot of things.

The challenges facing Native communities require a comprehensive approach to law enforcement.

I think it is important.

I thank Senator Begich for his leadership in trying to address that.

Many of these villages have experienced incredible extreme weather, 30-plus villages at risk of literally falling into the ocean or disappearing totally.

I appreciate your honoring that request and having this hearing today.

But it is good for us to be reminded of how far we still have to go when it comes to justice systems in Alaska.

I will be brief, because I know we have some great witnesses.