Newsletters
The Murkowski Memo: Summer Recap from Alaska’s Senior Senator
Dear friends and neighbors, Summer coming to an end is always a bittersweet time in Alaska. The kids are back in school, the days are getting shorter and the termination dust starts to settle on the mountains. While fishing tapers off, berry picking and hunting ramps up as we work to fill our freezers for the winter ahead.My summer was kept busy hosting federal officials on ferries and float planes, traveling to communities across the state to visit with folks, and keeping a legislative schedu… Continue Reading
06.05.23
Murkowski Memo: Updates from Alaska's Senior Senator
Dear Alaskan, Spring is always a busy time for Alaskans as we end the school year, prepare for tourist season, and look forward to longer days. For many, it’s been a challenging time - including those in the YK Delta who are facing significant flooding, coastal communities concerned about the upcoming fishing season, and those in our military community who are mourning the loss of three soldiers stationed at Fort Wainwright. These challenges remind us of the importance of coming together - Alas… Continue Reading
04.03.23
Murkowski Memo: April Updates from Alaska's Senior Senator
Dear Alaskan,It’s been a busy couple months visiting with Alaskans. No matter the location, it’s been good to hear directly from you about your priorities, opportunities, and challenges. Whether it’s being with old or new friends at the Iditarod, meeting with tribal leaders in my office in Washington, DC, or visiting communities across the state—I value my time with you. Best, Lisa Click here to view Newsletter.… Continue Reading
02.06.23
The Murkowski Memo: New Year, New Congress
At the start of January, the 117th Congress formally adjourned, marking the close of a remarkably productive legislative stretch for Alaska. The last Congress was one of the best for our state in recent memory, and the bipartisan bills we passed during it will produce lasting benefits for Alaska.Most significant is the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, which I played a lead role on. In just over a year, more than $3 billion from it has been announced for Alaska. Those dollars are helping u… Continue Reading
12.31.22
Murkowski Memo: 2022 Year in Review
Happy New Year Alaska! Here’s a quick look back at some noteworthy moments over the past year. Click here to view newsletter.… Continue Reading
10.13.22
Murkowski Memo: Western Alaska Storm Recovery Update
Dear Alaskan,On September 16, remnants of Typhoon Merbok produced widespread damage to communities in Western Alaska-flooding homes and businesses, damaging infrastructure for power and water, as well as roads and bridges; and impacting approximately 1,000 miles of coastline. I monitored the storm closely and after receiving the initial reports of the impacts, I headed to impacted communities - Elim, Nome and Golovin, and was joined by Representative Peltola in a visit to Hooper Bay and Chevak -… Continue Reading
10.12.22
Murkowski Memo October
The Murkowski Memo Dear Alaskan, August and September were filled with travel throughout our great state, to see and hear firsthand from Alaskans. This time at home - visiting remote communities as well as urban hubs, using various modes of transportation unique to Alaska, and always being flexible when plans change due to weather - it's all a reminder of how special Alaska is. I am grateful to all the Alaskans who helped make this time so energizing and successful. This includes all who were … Continue Reading
09.02.22
The Murkowski Memo September
Dear Alaskan, On Wednesday, September 7, I'm teaming up with the Alaska Municipal League and the Alaska Federation of Natives to host a second Infrastructure Grant Symposium at the Dena'ina Civic and Convention Center in Anchorage. For those who cannot attend in person, we will be offering a Zoom registration for virtual participation and recorded videos of the presentations will be available on my website at a later date. Below I've included a partial agenda, outlining what presentations you … Continue Reading
08.08.22
The Murkowski Memo August
Dear Alaskan,As we grapple with record inflation and painfully high gas prices, I continue to push the Biden administration to allow Alaska to responsibly develop the resources we have in our own backyard. Approving common sense projects like Willow can help bring down inflation, create jobs, and improve U.S. economic growth. Dealing with the administration is a challenge, but we do have good things coming our way.Over the last month alone, Alaskans have been selected for numerous grants as a re… Continue Reading
12.07.21
The Murkowski Memo December
Download HERE for the Murkowski Memo - December. .................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................. Dear Alaskan, It's been a busy couple of months as I've worked to write, negotiate, and advance the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act that w… Continue Reading
04.27.20
COVID-19 Newsletter
Greetings Alaskans, We are in challenging times as the COVID-19 pandemic is impacting Alaskans at every level. I have tremendous appreciation and thanks for the frontline workers who daily put their health at risk to keep us safe. It's heartwarming to hear stories of Alaskans stepping up and being good neighbors to their fellow Alaskans. Know that your elected leaders are working tirelessly to address the health and economic impacts at the federal, state, and local level. The federal delegation… Continue Reading
12.31.18
Happy New Year
Season's greetings, Alaskans! The holidays are a time that should be spent with family, friends, and loved ones. So as we wrap up this busy month, I hope that you were able to spend time with those you hold most dear, reflecting on the blessings that we each have in our lives. My wish for each of you is that this holiday season brings a renewed sense of appreciation for what it means to call a place like Alaska home. From my family to yours, Happy New Year! Christmas Eve with my family. In Al… Continue Reading
12.12.18
Advancing Initiatives for Alaskans
Keeping Connected Hello Alaska! I just returned to Washington D.C. from a brief trip to Anchorage, Eagle River, and the Mat-Su Valley with Senator Sullivan to assess the damage from the 7.0 magnitude earthquake which struck the region on November 30. The words I would use to describe what we saw are gut wrenching, astounding, and remarkable. Gut wrenching, to stand in a school where cinder blocks flew through the walls. Astounding in the sense that in places, the ground literally liquefied, wh… Continue Reading
07.18.18
Staying in Touch with Alaskans
Greetings Alaskans! I hope everyone is enjoying the summer and experiencing the outdoors in all its splendor.The President recently nominated Judge Brett Kavanaugh to serve as an Associate Justice of the Supreme Court, and now we begin the rigorous vetting process. While I have not met Judge Kavanaugh, I look forward to sitting down for a personal meeting with him. I will review Judge Kavanaugh's decisions on the bench and writings off the bench, and pay careful attention to his responses to que… Continue Reading
05.21.18
Goodbye Spring, Hello Summer!
Keeping Connected With Alaskans: Keeping in touch with Alaskans is the best way to develop an understanding of what our state truly needs. But I also recognize it isn't just important for me to hear and see the needs of Alaskans. Part of my job is showing others the opportunities we have and the challenges we face. I invited Secretary of Energy, Rick Perry to Alaska for a firsthand look at some of the energy innovation taking place in our state.… Continue Reading
04.17.18
Keeping Connected
Keeping Connected The cherry blossoms are blooming here in D.C. and the days are getting longer and longer back home --- spring is making its appearance! This is always a busy time of year, both in my D.C. office and in the state. From passing a funding bill with major benefits for our state to spending quality time meeting with so many hardworking Alaskans, the past month has been filled with significant progress.… Continue Reading
03.22.18
Keeping Connected
Keeping Connected With daylight saving behind us, spring is on the horizon! Although the winter can be a dark and gloomy time of the year awaiting for spring, I feel energized after connecting with Alaskans as I've traveled across the state. An added bonus to spending time in the state was getting to celebrate the end of winter at Fur Rondy and the Iditarod. The Iditarod represents true grit, determination, and drive as the mushers and their teams travel across some of the most treacherous terr… Continue Reading
02.12.18
New Year, New Opportunities
New Year, New Opportunities It's been a busy start to a New Year! Whether it's securing a life-saving road for the community of King Cove, addressing our nation's pressing energy needs and Alaska's vast resource potential, or fighting back against the opioid crisis --- we've started off the year in stride and have much work ahead of us.… Continue Reading
12.19.17
Update From Capitol Hill
It's been a busy December, overhauling our nation's outdated tax code and moving one step closer to achieving the decades long goal of opening a small portion of the 1002 Area within the non-wilderness portion of ANWR to responsible resource development. Here's a quick update with what's been happening here in D.C. and how it may impact you. As always, you can keep track of what I'm working on for Alaska in the U.S. Senate by following me on my Facebook and Twitter accounts. Senate Action Tax … Continue Reading
10.13.17
End of Summer Newsletter for 2017
Greetings Alaska, It's hard to believe summer is behind us already! Coming home is always a breath of fresh air. Whenever I'm home I'm reminded of just how beautiful our state truly is and how important it is for me to be able to spend time connecting with Alaskans. You all help keep me grounded, energized, and most importantly, you remind me again and again how vital it is to continue to fight for our great state and people. I am excited for the work we've done and look forward to doing all I… Continue Reading
