Press Releases
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Murkowski, Colleagues Urge President to Reverse Russian Diesel Deal, Enforce Sanctions
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) joined Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Thom Tillis (R-NC), Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Susan Collins (R-ME), Dick Durbin (D-IL), Alan Armstrong (R-OK), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Jack Reed (D-RI), Chris Coons (D-DE), Mitch McConnell (R-KY), and John Cornyn (R-TX) in sending a letter to President Donald Trump urging him to reverse his recent agreement with Russian President Vladimir Putin to allow Russian-origin diesel fuel into global markets.… Continue Reading
10.01.26
Murkowski and Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Increase Affordable Housing
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) joined Senators Angus King (I-ME) and John Curtis (R-UT) in introducing bipartisan legislation to increase affordable housing across the United States. The Build American Efficiency Act would streamline the process for home builders to determine and locate domestically sourced materials that comply with the Build America, Buy American Act (BABA). This small legislative step would help homebuilders cut costs and avoid bureaucracy as they work … Continue Reading
10.01.26
Murkowski Advances Three Alaska Energy and Resource Bills Through Committee
Washington, DC—The Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) during a business meeting today reported three bills championed by U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK). The measures would strengthen Alaska’s energy security by investing in next-generation geothermal technologies; improving electric grid resilience; and expanding efforts to map critical mineral and other resources. The bills now go to the full Senate for consideration. Earth Mapping Resources Initiative (Earth MRI): S. 4… Continue Reading
09.29.26
Delegation Sends Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act to President’s Desk
Washington, DC—U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan and U.S. Congressman Nick Begich (all R-Alaska) today welcomed Senate passage of their Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act. During floor session, Murkowski made a motion to pass H.R. 3620, the House version of the bill, securing its passage by unanimous consent. The legislation transfers ownership of a small parcel of land in downtown Anchorage, where the Quyana Clubhouse is located, from the Department of Health and Human Servi… Continue Reading
09.29.26
Senators Murkowski and Kim Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Deliver Essential Maternal Supply Kits to New Parents
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Andy Kim (D-N.J.) introduced the Newborn Essentials Supply Toolkit (NEST) Act to deliver starter maternity kits to new moms in communities with high rates of infant or maternal mortality. The kits include supplies for both mother and baby such as diapers, wipes, educational materials, and more. “The time immediately after childbirth is an especially vulnerable time for mothers and their newborns. Evidence supports providing critical s… Continue Reading
09.29.26
Murkowski and Colleagues Secure Final Passage of ACT for ALS Reauthorization
Washington, DC— U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Chris Coons (D-DE), Co-Chairs of the Senate ALS Caucus, along with Representatives Mike Quigley (D-IL) and Ken Calvert (R-CA) today celebrated final congressional passage of the Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies (ACT) for ALS Reauthorization Act of 2026, bipartisan legislation to preserve access to promising investigational treatments and accelerate research into ALS and other rare neurodegenerative diseases. The Senate passed the l… Continue Reading
09.29.26
Murkowski Seeks Restraint on Presidential Memorials
Washington, DC—U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Chair of the Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies, last night sought to limit the Trump administration’s ability to take certain actions that fall under the subcommittee’s jurisdiction. “President Trump has made recent statements about the Kennedy Center and the ‘Triumphal Arch,’ giving very little context or content about either to Congress or the public. Both projects fall under the purview of the Interio… Continue Reading
09.25.26
Murkowski Takes Multiple Actions to Protect Ukrainians in the United States
Washington, DC—U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) has joined a series of bipartisan efforts this week to protect Ukrainians who sought refuge in the United States following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The measures include legislation to provide a pathway to permanent residency, as well as a push for the administration to extend Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for Ukraine. “I have spent time with many Ukrainians who have found a home in Alaska after fleeing Russia’s brutal invasion. They have… Continue Reading
09.22.26
Murkowski & Kaine Introduce Legislation to Tackle Maternal and Infant Mortality
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Tim Kaine (D-VA), members of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee, introduced the Mothers and Newborns Success Act, bipartisan legislation to address the United States’ disturbingly high maternal and infant mortality rates and reduce the well-documented racial and ethnic disparities in maternal and infant health outcomes. “The racial and rural disparities in maternal and infant mortality rates in this… Continue Reading
09.17.26
ENR Considers Four Murkowski-Backed Bills
Washington, DC—The Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) today held a hearing to consider 24 bills, including four sponsored or cosponsored by U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK). The measures she is championing would strengthen Alaska’s energy security by reducing costs and regulatory barriers for hydropower and geothermal development; improving electric grid resilience; and expanding efforts to map critical mineral and other resources. The next step will be for ENR to report th… Continue Reading
09.16.26
Senator Murkowski Introduces Kyle Reardon at Judiciary Committee Confirmation Hearing
Washington, DC—U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) introduced United States District Judge nominee Kyle Reardon at his Senate Judiciary Committee confirmation hearing earlier today. Senator Murkowski highlighted Reardon’s distinguished career in public service across Alaska, including his service as a Judge Advocate in the U.S. Army, an Assistant U.S. Attorney for the District of Alaska, and, since 2021, a U.S. Magistrate Judge for the District of Alaska. Senator Murkowski welcomed Reardon’s nom… Continue Reading
08.21.26
Alaska's Congressional Delegation Welcome Historic Investment in Alaska Marine Highway System
ANCHORAGE, AK - Today, U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan, Congressman Nick Begich, and Governor Mike Dunleavy (all R-Alaska), welcomed the announcement that Alaska has awarded more than $410 million to support the Alaska Marine Highway System with key resources targeted for rural Southeast Alaska. The Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities submitted six winning applications: $161.2 million federal funding for AMHS operations support for ferry services across mo… Continue Reading
08.19.26
Murkowski on Alaska’s New Federal Judge Nominee
Washington, DC— Today, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) released the following statement after President Donald Trump announced the nomination of Kyle Reardon to serve as a United States District Judge for the District of Alaska. “I am pleased that Kyle Reardon has been nominated to serve as a United States District Judge for Alaska. Kyle brings extensive knowledge of both our state and ourcourt system to the federal bench, having served the District of Alaska as a federal prosecutor and U.S.… Continue Reading
08.08.26
Murkowski Releases Statement on Continuing Resolution
Washington, DC—Today, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) released the following statement regarding her vote on the continuing resolution (CR), which passed the Senate today by a vote of 90-6. “While a continuing resolution is no one’s preference, and certainly not mine, without one we are headed for another shutdown that hurts Americans who rely on federal programs and services, as well as federal employees. “This stopgap measure maintains most federal funding at current levels while making n… Continue Reading
08.07.26
Murkowski-Coons ALS Legislation Passes Senate
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Chris Coons (D-DE), co-chairs of the Congressional ALS Caucus, this week secured Senate passage of their legislation, the Accelerating Access to Critical Therapies for ALS Reauthorization Act (ACT for ALS Reauthorization Act) of 2026. The bill will help people living with ALS continue to access promising treatments while advancing the scientific understanding of neurodegenerative diseases. Companion legislation, led by Representatives M… Continue Reading
08.07.26
Murkowski Releases Statement on Blanche Nomination
Washington, DC—Today, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) released the following statement regarding Todd Blanche’s nomination to serve as United States Attorney General: “I have had numerous constructive meetings with Mr. Blanche and he comes across as decent and capable. I appreciate the trip he made to learn more about Alaska, including our rural areas, and as Acting Attorney General he has made several noteworthy decisions that will benefit our state and the nation. “Ultimately, however, I … Continue Reading
08.06.26
Murkowski and Colleagues Work to Modernize Fisheries Science
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) introduced legislation that would help the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) better assess and protect our fisheries. The Fisheries Science Modernization Act would incorporate environmental DNA (eDNA) and other biomolecular tools into NOAA's fisheries science programs, allowing for more cost-effective and expanded survey coverage. This would bolster, not replace, traditional s… Continue Reading
08.06.26
Murkowski, Merkley Seek Information on Executive Order Targeting Smithsonian
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Chair of the Senate Interior Appropriations Subcommittee, and Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Ranking Member of the Interior Subcommittee, sent a letter to Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum requesting additional information on the Department of the Interior's (DOI) planned implementation of Executive Order 14416, "Restoring Trust in the Smithsonian Institution." The Executive Order directs the National Park Service (NPS) to install temporary signa… Continue Reading
08.05.26
Murkowski, Duckworth Bipartisan Bill to Protect Children from Dangers of AI Toys Passes Committee
Washington, D.C. - Bipartisan legislation led by U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) to help protect children from the dangers posed by toys that use artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots successfully passed through the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation (CST) today. The Senators’ bipartisan Children’s Artificial Intelligence Toy Safety Act of 2026 would help equip families, pediatricians and policymakers with the independent evidence they ne… Continue Reading
08.05.26
Murkowski Announces Release of $41.3 Million for Alaska Native Education Program Grants
Washington, DC—U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) announced that the U.S. Department of Education (USED) has obligated $41.3 million in continuation awards through the Alaska Native Education Program (ANEP), providing long-awaited funding for 26 Alaska grantees. The continuation awards were expected to be released on July 1 but were delayed until Senator Murkowski engaged directly with the Department of Education Secretary Linda McMahon last week to expedite the awards. "Last week, I raised thi… Continue Reading
