Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement on her FY19 Interior Appropriations Bill
Senator Lisa Murkowski's opening statement regarding her FY19 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill
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Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement on her FY19 Interior Appropriations Bill
Date: 06/14/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski's opening statement regarding her FY19 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill
Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement on FY18 Appropriations
Date: 06/14/2018
During the Full Markup for the Committee on Appropriations, Senator Lisa Murkowski delivered her opening statement.
Senator Murkowski Chairs Full Markup of the Department of the Interior
Date: 06/12/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski's opening statement for when she chaired an Appropriations Committee Markup on Interior Environment, and Related Agencies.
Senator Murkowski on Veterans Affairs and Military Contruction Apprpriations Issues
Date: 06/07/2018
During a Senate Committee hearing on the VA and Military Construction, Senator Lisa Murkowski discussed report language on VA participation in State Prescription Drug Monitoring Programs, as well as report language for Senator Tester on VA facility requirements for women veterans.
Senator Murkowski on the Nomination of Tara Sweeney
Date: 06/06/2018
During the Senate Indian Affairs Committee business meeting on Tara Sweeney’s nomination to be Assistant Secretary of Indian Affairs at the U.S. Department of the Interior, Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on behalf of Tara Sweeney prior to the committee approving the nomination by voice vote.
Senator Murkowski on Military Construction Appropriations Markup
Date: 06/05/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on various funding priorities during a Military Construction Appropriations Subcommittee hearing in anticipation of full committee markup on Thursday, June 7th.
Senator Murkowski's Second Round of Questions on Wildfire Funding
Date: 06/05/2018
Senator Murkowski's second round of questions on wildfire funding during an Energy Committee hearing she chaired to examine the 2018 wildland fire outlook and wildland fire management programs at the Department of the Interior and the U.S. Forest Service.
Senator Murkowski's First Round of Questions on Wildfire Funding
Date: 06/05/2018
Senator Murkowski's first round of questions on wildfire funding during an Energy Committee hearing she chaired to examine the 2018 wildland fire outlook and wildland fire management programs at the Department of the Interior and the U.S. Forest Service.
Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement on WIldfire Funding
Date: 06/05/2018
Senator Murkowski's opening statement during an Energy Committee hearing she chaired to examine the 2018 wildland fire outlook and wildland fire management programs at the Department of the Interior and the U.S. Forest Service.
Senator Murkowski on Addrssing Staffing Quarters
Date: 05/23/2018
During an Appropriations Committee hearing examining the Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned witnesses on addressing staffing quarters issues and the housing problems in Alaska.
Senator Murkowski's Closing Statement on Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget
Date: 05/23/2018
During an Appropriations Committee hearing examining the Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget, Senator Lisa Murkowski delivered her closing statement and how we need to do more for our American Indians, Alaska Native, and our Native Hawaiian populations.
Senator Murkowski on IHS Facilities Construction & Maintenance Reductions
Date: 05/23/2018
During an Appropriations Committee hearing examining the Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned witnesses on the backlog for IHS facilities construction and maintenance reductions at these facilities.
Senator Murkowski on Small Amublatory Clinics
Date: 05/23/2018
During an Appropriations Committee hearing examining the Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned witnesses on the Special Diabetes Program.
Senator Murkowski on Staffing Packages
Date: 05/23/2018
During an Appropriations Committee hearing examining the Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned witnesses on staffing packages and the status of the Yakutat Tlingit Tribe's Joint Venture project under development.
Senator Murkowski on Small Ambulatory Clinics
Date: 05/23/2018
During an Appropriations Committee hearing examining the Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned witnesses on small ambulatory clinics.
Senator Murkowski on the Community Health Representative Program
Date: 05/23/2018
During an Appropriations Committee hearing examining the Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned witnesses on the Community Health Representative Program and its potential impact on the Community Health Aide Program (CHAP).
Senator Murkowski on the Special Diabetes Program
Date: 05/23/2018
During an Appropriations Committee hearing examining the Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned witnesses on the Special Diabetes Program.
Murkowski on Suicide Prevention & Addressing Behavioral Health Amongst Native Communities
Date: 05/23/2018
During an Appropriations Committee hearing examining the Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget, Senator Lisa Murkowski commented on high suicide rates, behavioral health issues, and other issues brought up by Senator Daines impacting our Native communities.
Senator Murkowski on the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program
Date: 05/23/2018
During an Appropriations Committee hearing examining the Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned witnesses on the Prescription Drug Monitoring Program, which helps to address the problem of opioid over-prescription.
Senastor Murkowski Comments on IHS Data Collection Issues
Date: 05/23/2018
During an Appropriations Committee hearing examining the Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget, Senator Lisa Murkowski made comments on data collection with the IHS in regards to Alaska.
Senator Murkowski on Addressing Accredidation Issues with Great Plains Hospitals
Date: 05/23/2018
During an Appropriations Committee hearing examining the Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned witnesses on addressing accreditation emergencies issues, including those hospitals in the Great Plains like Winnebago, Pine Ridge, and Rosebud.
Senator Murkowski on Addressing Opioids in IHS FY19 Budget
Date: 05/23/2018
During an Appropriations Committee hearing examining the Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned witnesses on addressing the opioid epidemic.
Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement for Appropriations Hearing on FY19 IHS Buget
Date: 05/23/2018
During an Appropriations Committee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski delivered her opening statement on the Indian Health Services' FY19 Budget.
Senator Murkowski on Alaska’s first National Lab Day
Date: 05/22/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski discusses joining the University of Alaska Fairbanks to host Alaska’s first National Lab Day.
Senator Murkowski on Healthcare Workforce Shortages
Date: 05/22/2018
During a Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Committee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned healthcare professionals on addressing shortages in the healthcare workforce and improving care.
Senator Murkowski Questions Air Force Secretary Wilson on Recruitment & Retention 05 17 18
Date: 05/17/2018
During a Defense Appropriations Subcommittee hearing examining the Department of the Air Force's FY19 budget request, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned Dr. Heather Wilson, Secretary of the Air Force, on the recruitment and retention of service members and their families.
Senator Murkowski Questions Air Force Secretary Wilson on F-35s
Date: 05/17/2018
During a Defense Appropriations Subcommittee hearing examining the Department of the Air Force's FY19 budget request, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned Dr. Heather Wilson, Secretary of the Air Force, on housing issues regarding purchasing of F-35s.
Senator Murkowski Questions Air Force Secretary Wilson on Housing at Eielson AFB
Date: 05/17/2018
During a Defense Appropriations Subcommittee hearing examining the Department of the Air Force's FY19 budget request, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned Dr. Heather Wilson, Secretary of the Air Force, on housing issues regarding the beddown at Eielson Air Force Base.
Senator Murkowski's Remarks on Net Neutrality
Date: 05/16/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski's remarks on Net Neutrality
Senator Murkowski Speaks on Stemming the Flow of Dangerous Drugs Into Alaska & the U.S.
Date: 05/16/2018
During a Defense Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Andre L. Hentz, Office of Science & technology Acting Deputy Under Secretary on the current technology we have in Alaska’s Port of Entries to detect opioids and fentanyls from entering our country and the timeline to roll-out these Opioid/Fentanyl Detection systems in various means of entry to our country, including ports, airports, and mail handling facilities.
Senator Murkowski Floor Speech Honoring Law Enforcement During National Police Week
Date: 05/16/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the Senate Floor honoring the men and women of law enforcement during National Police Week, such as Sergeant Allen Brandt of the Fairbanks Police Department, the last Alaska officer to give his life in the protection of our own.
Senator Murkowski Questions EPA Adminstrator Pruitt on to Address Alaska-Specific Issues
Date: 05/16/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on the senior EPA team-members to convene with members of Senator Murkowski's staff to discuss Alaska specific issues resulting from EPA operations during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies hearing on the FY19 Budget Request for the EPA.
Senator Murkowski Questions EPA Adminstrator Pruitt on Fish Grinding
Date: 05/16/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on fishing grinding both onshore and offshore during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies hearing on the FY19 Budget Request for the EPA.
Senator Murkowski Questions EPA Administrator Pruitt on Small, Remote Incinerators
Date: 05/16/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on the small, remote incerators during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies hearing on the FY19 Budget Request for the EPA.
Senator Murkowski Questions EPA Administrator Pruitt on Water Programs and WIFIA
Date: 05/16/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on Water Programs and the Water Infrastructure Finance and Innovation Act (WIFIA) during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies hearing on the FY19 Budget Request for the EPA.
Senator Murkowski Questions EPA Adminstrator Pruitt on Diesel Generators in Remote Villages
Date: 05/16/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on diesel generators in remote villages during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies hearing on the FY19 Budget Request for the EPA.
Senator Murkowski Questions EPA Adminstrator Pruitt on the Targeted Airshed Program in Fairbanks
Date: 05/16/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on the Targeted Airshed Program in the Fairbanks North Star Borough during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies hearing on the FY19 Budget Request for the EPA.
Senator Murkowski Questions EPA Adminstrator Pruitt on WOTUS Rule Rewrite
Date: 05/16/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on the Waters of the Unites States (WOTUS) Rule during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies hearing on the FY19 Budget Request for the EPA.
EPA Administrator Pruitt's Initial Response to Questions During an Interior Approps Hearing
Date: 05/16/2018
EPA Administrator Pruitt's initial response questions made against him during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies hearing on the FY19 Budget Request for the EPA.
EPA Administrators Opening Statement on during an Interior Approps Subcommitte Hearing on EPA
Date: 05/16/2018
EPA Administrator Pruitt's opening statement during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies hearing on the FY19 Budget Request for the EPA.
Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement on FY19 Budget for the EPA with Administrator Pruitt
Date: 05/16/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski's Opening Statement on the FY19 Budget Request for the Environmental Protection Agency with witnesses EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt and Chief Financial Officer of the Agency Holly Greaves.
Senator Murkowski Questions Army Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper at a Defense Appropriations Hearing
Date: 05/15/2018
Senator Murkowski Questions Army Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper at a Defense Appropriations Hearing
Date: 05/15/2018
Senator Murkowski Questions General Mark A Milley at a Defense Appropriations Subcomittee Hearing
Date: 05/15/2018
Senator Murkowski Questions Interior Secretary Zinke on Commitment to our Territories
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Senate Interior Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Department of the Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on the United States' commitment to our territories.
Senator Murkowski Questions Interior Secretary Zinke on BOEM
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Senate Interior Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Department of the Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on BOEM.
Senator Murkowski Questions Interior Secretary Zinke on Natural Hazards
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Senate Interior Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Department of the Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on US geological survey natural hazards and volcanoes.
Senator Murkowski Questions Interior Secretary Zinke on Cooper Landing Bypass
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Senate Interior Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Department of the Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on Cooper Landing Bypass.
Senator Murkowski Questions Interior Secretary Zinke on BLM Cleanup
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Senate Interior Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Department of the Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on Bureau of Land Management Cleanup.
Senator Murkowski Questions Interior Secretary Zinke on Polychrome Pass
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Senate Interior Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Department of the Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on addressing Deferred Land Management issues, such as Polychrome Pass in Denali National Park.
Senator Murkowski Questions Interior Secretary Zinke on Tara Sweeney
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Senate Interior Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Department of the Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on Tara Sweeney, nominee for Assistant Secretary of Indian Affairs, as well as questions on trust and responsibility in the Department of the Interior.
Senator Murkowski Questions Commerce Secretary Ross on Seafood Trade
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross on Aquaculture.
Senator Murkowski Qeustions Secretary Zinke on Reorganization of Bureaus
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Senate Interior Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Department of the Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke discusses reorganization of all the Federal bureaus to try to find ways to make them all function together in a more harmonious fashion.
Senator Murkowski Questions Commerce Secretary Ross on Aquaculture
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Commerce, Justice, and Science Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross on Aquaculture.
Interior Secetary Zinke's Opening Statement on the FY19 Budget Request for the DoI
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Senate Interior Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke delivered his opening statement on the FY2019 Budget Request for the Department of the Interior.
Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement on the FY19 Budget Request for the Department of the Interior
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Senate Interior Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned a number of witness including Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on the FY2019 Budget Request for the Department of the Interior.
Senator Murkowski on the CHOICE Program
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee hearing examining the VA Defense of 2019 Budget Submission, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned witnesses on the CHOICE Act.
Senator Murkowski on Hmong Veterans
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee hearing examining the VA Defense of 2019 Budget Submission, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned witnesses on Hmong Veterans legislation.
Murkowski on Female Veterans in the VA healthcare system
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee hearing examining the VA Defense of 2019 Budget Submission, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned witnesses on what steps the Veteran’s Health Administration is taking to address the forecasted larger numbers of female veterans that will begin to enter the VA healthcare system.
Senator Murkowski on Healthcare in Remote Areas
Date: 05/10/2018
During a Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Subcommittee hearing examining the VA Defense of 2019 Budget Submission, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned witnesses on healthcare in remote areas such as the territories of Guam, the Northern Marianas, as well as our allies in Palau and the Marshall Islands.
Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement for Tara Sweeney
Date: 05/09/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski's Opening Statement for Alaskan Tara Sweeney during her nomination hearing for Assistant Secretary of Indian Affairs at the Interior Department in the Senate Indian Affairs Committee.
Senator Dan Sullivan's Introduction for Tara Sweeney
Date: 05/09/2018
Senator Dan Sullivan's closing statement for Alaskan Tara Sweeney during her nomination hearing for Assistant Secretary nominee of Indian Affairs at the Interior Department in the Senate Indian Affairs Committee.
Senator Murkowski's Closing Statement for Tara Sweeney's Nomination Hearing
Date: 05/09/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski's closing statement for Alaskan Tara Sweeney during her nomination hearing for Assistant Secretary nominee of Indian Affairs at the Interior Department in the Senate Indian Affairs Committee.
Senator Murkowski's 2nd Round of Questions for Tara Sweeney
Date: 05/09/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski's first round of questions for Alaskan Tara Sweeney during her nomination hearing for Assistant Secretary nominee of Indian Affairs at the Interior Department in the Senate Indian Affairs Committee.
Senator Murkowski's 1st Round of Questions for Tara Sweeney
Date: 05/09/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski's first round of questions for Alaskan Tara Sweeney during her nomination hearing for Assistant Secretary nominee of Indian Affairs at the Interior Department in the Senate Indian Affairs Committee.
Tara Sweeney, Assistant Secretary nominee of Indian Affairs at the Interior Department
Date: 05/09/2018
Alaskan Tara Sweeney's opening statement during her nomination hearing in the Senate Indian Affairs Committee.
Murkowski Questions General Dunford on Integrating Women in the Military
Date: 05/09/2018
During a Defense Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned United States Marine Corp General Joseph Dunford, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, about the integrating women in the military
Senator Murkowski Questions Military Leaders on Arctic Strategy
Date: 05/09/2018
During a Defense Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned James Mattis, Secretary of Defense, and United States Marine Corp General Joseph Dunford, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, about the changing defense needs in the Arctic.
Murkowski Questions Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen on USCG Infrastructure
Date: 05/08/2018
During a Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommitte hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen Nielsen on USCG shore-side infrastructure in support of Coast Guard FRCs, NSCs, and OPCs.
Murkowski Questions Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen Nielsen on Icebreakers
Date: 05/08/2018
During a Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommitte hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Secretary of Homeland Security Kirstjen Nielsen on USCG Icebreakers and the United States' strategic approach in the Arctic .
Senator Murkowski on Arctic Infrastructure and the F-35 Beddown
Date: 04/26/2018
During a Military Construction Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned a panel of witnesses on Alaskan interests pertained to Military Construction, including Arctic infrastructure, F-35 bed down, and Tariffs.
Senator Murkowski Questions US Army Lt. General West on Defense Health Care
Date: 04/26/2018
During a Defense Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski Questioned Lieutenant General Nadja West, Surgeon General of the U.S. Army, on whether Bassett Army Community Hospital will be ready to address the influx of airmen and military families coming to Eielson Air Force Base in the 2020 time-frame, Army specialists consulting on the Indian Health Service, and research on ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).
Senator Murkowski Questions Attorney General Session on Tribal Justice Support
Date: 04/25/2018
During a Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Subcommitte hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Tribal Justice support.
Senator Murkowski Questions on Chairman Svinicki of the NRC on the Prsident's FY19 Budget Request
Date: 04/25/2018
enate Appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development will hold an oversight hearing on the President’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 budget request for the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), during which Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned Chairman Kristine Svinicki of the NRC on microreactors and U.S. global nuclear leadership.
Senator Murkowski Questions Attorney General Session on Marijuana
Date: 04/25/2018
During a Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Subcommitte hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned Attorney General Jeff Sessions on Marijuana.
Senator Murkowski Questions Mr. Spencer, Secretary of the Navy, on the Northern Edge Exercise
Date: 04/24/2018
During a Defense Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Mr. Richard Spencer, Secretary of the Navy, on Northern Edge Exercise in Alaska.
Senator Murkowski Questions Navy Admiral Richardson on Icebreakers
Date: 04/24/2018
During a Defense Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Admiral John Richardson, Chief of Naval Operations, on icebreakers.
Senator Murkowski 2nd Round of Questions on Energy in Remote and Rural Areas
Date: 04/19/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski chaired a full Energy Oversight Hearing to examine Energy-Related Challenges and Opportunities in Remote and Rural Areas of the United States. She questioned a panel of 5 witnesses consisting of:
• Ms. Carole Plowfield, Director, Office of Indian Energy and Policy Programs, U.S. Department of Energy
• Mr. Robert Venables, Executive Director, Southeast Conference
• Mr. Andrew Lyons, Weatherization and Energy Assistance Program Manager, HopeSource
• Mr. Matt Greek, Senior Vice President of Research, Development, and Technology, Basin Electric Cooperative
• Mr. Doug Hardy, General Manager, Central Montana Electric Power Cooperative
Senator Murkowski 1st Round of Questions on Energy in Remote and Rural Areas
Date: 04/19/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski chaired a full Energy Oversight Hearing to examine Energy-Related Challenges and Opportunities in Remote and Rural Areas of the United States. She questioned a panel of 5 witnesses consisting of:
• Ms. Carole Plowfield, Director, Office of Indian Energy and Policy Programs, U.S. Department of Energy
• Mr. Robert Venables, Executive Director, Southeast Conference
• Mr. Andrew Lyons, Weatherization and Energy Assistance Program Manager, HopeSource
• Mr. Matt Greek, Senior Vice President of Research, Development, and Technology, Basin Electric Cooperative
• Mr. Doug Hardy, General Manager, Central Montana Electric Power Cooperative
Murkowski Examines Energy-Related Challenges & Opportunities in Remote & Rural Areas
Date: 04/19/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski chaired a full Energy Oversight Hearing Energy-Related Challenges and Opportunities in Remote and Rural Areas of the United States.
Senaotr Murkowski Questions on Coastal Erosion
Date: 04/18/2018
During an Energy and Water Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned R.D. James, Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works, on coastal erosion
Senator Murkowski Questions General Semonite on
Date: 04/18/2018
During an Energy and Water Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned Lieutenant General Todd Semonite on Pebble Mine
Senator Murkowski on Tribal Self-Governance
Date: 04/18/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on Tribal Self-Governance during an Indian Affairs Committee hearing.
Senator Murkowski Questions Witnesses on Opioid Relates Issues
Date: 04/11/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions witnesses Jennifer Donahue, Child Abuse Investigation Coordinator and Delaware Office of the Child Advocate, as well as Robert Morrison, the Executive Director of the National Association of State Alcohol and Drug Abuse Directors on opioid related issues regarding the The Opioid Crisis Response Act of 2018 during a HELP Committee hearing.
Senator Murkowski Questions Lt. General Greaves on Missile Defense
Date: 04/11/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Lt. General Sam Greaves, Director of the Missile Defense Agency, on our missile defense capabilities and funding during a Appropriations Defense Subcommittee hearing.
Senator Murkowski Opening Statement the Western Water Outlook for 2018
Date: 03/22/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski chaired and Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing where she examined the Western Water Outlook for 2018.
Senator Murkowski Speaks on the Senate Floor on Preventing and Ending Sex Trafficking
Date: 03/21/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the Senate Floor on S.1693 - Stop Enabling Sex Traffickers Act of 2017, which helps prosecute sex traffickers by holding wesbites accountable who use the internet to advertise for sex trafficking victims. Senator Murkowski also spoke about S.1942 - Savanna's Act, which addresses the epidemic of missing and murdered native women by requiring various federal agencies to vastly improve their reporting on the numbers of missing and murdered Native women.
Senator Murkowski Questions Energy Secretary Perry on Budget Request for FY19
Date: 03/20/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Secretary of Energy Rick Perry on the President’s budget request for the Department for Fiscal Year 2019
Senator Murkowski Thanks Staff Member Chuck Kleeschulte
Date: 03/16/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski thanks Chuck Kleeschulte for his 25 years of service to Alaska, the U.S. Senate, and the Murkowski team. Congratulations to Chuck on a well-earned retirement.
Senator Murkowski Speaks on the 2018 Iditarod
Date: 03/16/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the 2018 Iditarod, congratulating Joar Leifseth Ulsom of Norway and his team on winning the 2018 Iditarod, and wishing the best of luck to the other teams still on the trail competing in the Last Great Race on Earth.
Senator Murkowski Questions Panel on Enforcement Issues Involving Opioids in Indian Country
Date: 03/14/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski' questions a panel of experts on law enforcement issues in regards to opioid and substance abuse in Indian Country during an Indian Affairs Committee hearing on Opioids in Indian Country: Beyond the Crisis to Healing the Community.
Senator Murkowski Questions Interior Secretary on the President's FY19 Budget Request
Date: 03/14/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski chaired an Energy Committee hearing to examine the President’s Fiscal Year 2019 budget request of $11.7 billion for the Department of the Interior.
Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement on Addressing Opioids in Indian Country
Date: 03/14/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski's Opening Statement during an Indian Affairs Committee hearing on Opioids in Indian Country: Beyond the Crisis to Healing the Community.
Senator Murkowski Speaks on the Opioid Crisis Regarding Leadership and Innovation
Date: 03/08/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks at a HELP Committee hearing on the opioid crisis and to hear from governors about how states and communities are responding to the crisis.
Remembrance of Jim Balamaci, President & CEO of Alaska Special Olympics
Date: 03/08/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the life and legacy of Alaska's own Jim Balamaci.
Senator Murkowski Speaks to the NIHC on Housing Issues
Date: 03/06/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks to the National American Indian Housing Council Board of Directors Membership Conference
Senator Murkowski Speaks on Energy Ingrastructure and Cybersecurity
Date: 03/01/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski chaired an Energy and Natural Resources Committee full hearing today to examine private sector and government challenges and opportunities to promote the cybersecurity and resiliency of our nation’s critical energy infrastructure.
Senator Murkowski Questions Witnesses on the 2020 Census Regarding American Indians
Date: 02/14/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions witnesses, including Alaskan Carol Gore, during an Indian Affairs Committee Business Meeting regarding Native Americans and the 2020 Census.
Senator murkowski Speaks on Genetical Engineered Animal Species
Date: 02/13/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on animal testing and genetic engineering of various animal species during a Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing.
Senator Murkowski Speaks at NCAI Executive Council Winter Session
Date: 02/13/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks at a National Congress of American Indians (NCAI) Executive Council Winter Session
Senator Murkowski's Floor Speech on George Brown
Date: 02/12/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks to the life and legacy of Alaska's George Brown and his wife Peggy.
Senator Murkowski's Questions Witnesses at an ENR Cmte hearing on Energy Infrastructure
Date: 02/08/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski chaired a full ENR Committee hearing on the evolution of energy infrastructure, with a specific focus on how infrastructure was built over the decades and the importance of using the past to inform the future development, where she questioned witnesses on how we can improve our energy infrastructure.
Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement at an ENR Cmte hearing on Infrastructure
Date: 02/08/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski's opening statement during and Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing on the evolution of energy infrastructure, with a specific focus on how infrastructure was built over the decades and the importance of using the past to inform the future development.
Senator Murkowski at HELP Cmte Hearing on Opioid Crisis Impact on Families
Date: 02/08/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski at a HELP Committee Hearing on the Opioid Crisis and its impact on children and families
Senate Energy and Natural Resources Subcomittee hearing opening statement
Date: 02/07/2018
Comments regarding Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act Improvement Act
Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement on Natural Hazards
Date: 01/30/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski's opening statement on natural hazards in an ENR Committee hearing
Senator Murkowski Q&A on King Cove Road
Date: 01/26/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski answers questions on building a life saving road for King Cove.
King Cove Signing Ceremony Press Availability
Date: 01/23/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the King Cove road signing at a press availability event
Senator Murkowski on 21st Century Public Health Threats
Date: 01/17/2018
During a HELP Committee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questions a panel of experts on 21st Century public health threats and focusing on our nation's preparedness.
Murkowski Commemorates Martin Luther King Jr Day
Date: 01/17/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski shares her reflections on Martin Luther King Jr Day
Senator Murkowski on the Addressing the Opioid Crisis
Date: 01/09/2018
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the Opioid Crisis: An Examination of How We Got Here and How We Move Forward
Alaska Delegation Speaks on Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
Date: 12/21/2017
The bill opens the non-wilderness 1002 Area in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) to responsible energy development.
Senator Murkowski on Examining the Permitting Processes at the DOI & FERC for ENR Projects
Date: 12/12/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski Chaired an Energy Committe Hearing to examine the permitting processes at DOI and FERC for energy and resource infrastructure projects, and opportunities to improve the efficiency, transparency, and accountability of federal decisions for such projects.
Senator Murkowski on Joe Balash, Nominee to be Interior Department Assistant Secretary
Date: 12/07/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski's statement on the Senate Floor regarding Joe Balash, of Alaska, who has been nominated to be Assistant Secretary for Land and Minerals Management at the Department of the Interior.
Murkowski on Why She Voted for the Senate’s Tax Reform Bill
Date: 12/06/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski discussing the positive impacts of the tax bill and shedding light on various misconceptions
Senator Murkowski Speaks on Senate Tax Reform Bill
Date: 11/30/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the Senate Floor in support of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
Senator Murkowski on Addressing the Opioid Crisis in Rural Areas
Date: 11/30/2017
During a HELP Committee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questions healthcare professionals, such as John Tilley, Secretary of the Justice and Public Safety Cabinet of Kentucky, about what states, communities, and providers are doing to address the opioid crisis, and what states are doing to address this crisis in rural areas.
Senator Murkowski Questions HHS Secretary Nominee Alex Azar
Date: 11/29/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions HHS Secretary Nominee Alex Azar during a HELP Committee hearing.
Senator Murkowski Discusses Simplfying the FAFSA
Date: 11/28/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski joined her fellow colleagues on the Senate HELP Committee for a hearing on reauthorizing the Higher Education Act: Examining Proposals to Simplify the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). This hearing was useful, detailed discussion to begin laying the groundwork for changing federal laws to improve college access, affordability, enrollment, and completion
Senator Murkowski Speaks on Reducing Opioid Medications
Date: 11/16/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on reducing opioid medications during a Veterans Affairs Military Construction Appropriations Subcommittee Hearing.
Senator Murkowski's Closing Statement on Opening the 1002 Area for Development
Date: 11/02/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski's closing statement on opening a small portion the 1002 Area for responsible energy development.
Senator Murkowski Questions Matthew Rexford on Developing the 1002 Area
Date: 11/02/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Matthew Rexford, Tribal Administrator of the Native Village of Kaktovik, about the potential of Alaskan energy.
Senator Murkowski Questions Matthew Rexford on Developing the 1002 Area
Date: 11/02/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Matthew Rexford, Tribal Administrator of the Native Village of Kaktovik, about the potential of Alaskan energy.
Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement on Developing the 1002 Area
Date: 11/02/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski's opening statement on opening the 1002 Area for responsible energy development.
Senator Murkowski on Building Tribal Economies
Date: 11/01/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski partook in an Indian Affairs Oversight Hearing on building tribal economies by modernizing tax policies that work for Indian country. Three witnesses participated in the hearing, including Alaska's own Carl Marrs of the Old Harbor Native Corporation.
Senator Murkowski Discusses New Technologies in the Energy Sector With Expert Witnesses
Date: 10/31/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski chaired an Energy Committee oversight hearing where she heard from and questioned expert witnesses, including Fairbanks’ own Bruno Grunau from the Cold Climate Housing Research Center, on reviewing new technologies that are increasing building efficiency in the energy sector.
Senator Murkowski's Question for Bruno Grunau on New Technologies in the Energy Sector
Date: 10/31/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski chaired an Energy Committee oversight hearing where she questioned expert witnesses, including Fairbanks’ own Bruno Grunau from the Cold Climate Housing Research Center, on reviewing new technologies that are increasing building efficiency in the energy sector.
Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement on New Technologies in the Energy Sector
Date: 10/31/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski chaired an Energy Committee oversight hearing where she heard from expert witnesses, including Fairbanks’ own Bruno Grunau from the Cold Climate Housing Research Center, on reviewing new technologies that are increasing building efficiency in the energy sector.
Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement on Safety of the Lives of American Indians and Alaska Natives
Date: 10/25/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski's opening statement during an Indian Affairs Committee hearing about the safety of the lives of American Indians and Alaska Natives.
Senator Murkowski Speaks on Developing Responsible Energy Infrastructure
Date: 10/20/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the development of responsible energy infrastructure and briefly on healthcare legislation.
Senator Murkowski on the Rising Cost of Prescription Drugs
Date: 10/17/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions a panel on exploring solutions to address the rising costs of prescription drugs in this country.
Senator Murkowski Speaks on Pacific Energy Summit
Date: 10/10/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski Speaks on the Pacific Energy Summit
Senator Murkowski Speaks on the End of the "Milk Run"
Date: 10/05/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the final "Milk Run" and the legacy of the "Combi Plane" in Alaska.
Senator Murkowski praises Reverand Patterson of Fairbanks
Date: 10/05/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski praises Reverend Alonzo B. Patterson Jr. and his wife for their dedication to the betterment of the lives of Alaskans.
Senator Murkowski Speaks on Murdered and Missing Native Women
Date: 10/05/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski discusses the ever-pressing issue of our nation’s lackluster response to the tragedy of missing and murdered Native women and girls.
Senator Murkowski on Substance Abuse and Housing Issues
Date: 10/05/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on substance abuse and housing issues during a Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing.
Senator Murkowski Addresses the Opioid Epidemic
Date: 10/05/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski addresses the opioid epidemic in a Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing.
Senator Murkowski Speaks on Senate Floor regarding Puerto Rico & the Virgin Islands
Date: 10/04/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on current relief efforts in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, and how we can help long-term rebuilding.
Senator Murkowski Speaks on Senate Floor About the Las Vegas Tragedy
Date: 10/03/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the Senate Floor about the terrible tragedy that occurred in Las Vegas, Nevada.
Senator Murkowski Questions Panel During Indian Affairs Committee Hearing on Human Trafficking
Date: 09/28/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions the panel during a Indian Affairs Committee Hearing on Human Trafficking of American Indians and Alaska Natives
Senator Murkowski's Opening Statement on Human Trafficking of American Indians & Alaska Natives
Date: 09/28/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski's opening statement during an Indian Affairs Committee Hearing on human trafficking American Indian and Alaska Natives.
Senator Murkowski Discusses Healthcare Progress During HELP Committee Hearing
Date: 09/12/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski discussed the progress of addressing healthcare during a Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee Hearing.
Senator Murkowski Speaks at NCAI Tribal Impact Unity Day Event
Date: 09/12/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks about healthcare at a NCAI Tribal Impact Unity Day Event.
Senator Murkowski's Statement on 9/11 Remembrance
Date: 09/11/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski's full statement on September 11th remembrance.
Senator Murkowski on Cost-Sharing and How to Reduce Uncertainty Within the Market
Date: 09/06/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks during a HELP hearing on stabilizing premiums and helping individuals in the individual insurance market for 2018 about cost-sharing and how to reduce uncertainty within the market
Alaska Division of Insurance Director Lori Wing-Heier Testifes at HELP Committee
Date: 09/06/2017
Alaska Division of Insurance Director Lori Wing-Heier testifies at a HELP (Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions) Committee Hearing.
Alaska Report - Session 2
Date: 08/07/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski takes questions from her second summer session interns of Alaskan recent high school graduates for the Alaska Report.
Senator Murkowski Speaks on Genetically Engineered Salmon
Date: 07/20/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on Genetically Engineered (GE) Salmon, or 'Frankenfish', during a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies hearing.
Senator Murkowski Questions IHS Director
Date: 07/14/2017
A clip of Senator Lisa Murkowski questions acting IHS Director Rear Admiral Michael Weahkee during an Indian Health Services Hearing.
Senator Murkowski on Village Built Clinics During an IHS Hearing
Date: 07/12/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions acting IHS Director Rear Admiral Michael Weahkee on the village built clinics.
Senator Murkowski's Staement on Medicaid during an IHS Hearing
Date: 07/12/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions acting IHS Director Rear Admiral Michael Weahkee on the Medicaid.
Senator Murkowski Questions IHS Director on Physician Recruitment and Retention
Date: 07/12/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions acting IHS Director Rear Admiral Michael Weahkee on the recruitment and retention of physicians.
Senator Murkowski's Comments on Contract Support Costs and Budget Cuts During IHS Hearing
Date: 07/12/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions acting IHS Director Rear Admiral Michael Weahkee on contract support costs and budget cuts.
Senator Murkowski Questions IHS Director on IHS Budget Priorities
Date: 07/12/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions acting IHS Director Rear Admiral Michael Weahkee on the IHS budget request and budget priorities.
Senator Murkowski Opening Statement During IHS Hearing
Date: 07/12/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski's opening statement for an Interiors Appropriations IHS hearing.
Senator Murkowski Questions EPA Administator Pruitt on a Clean Water Act Permit for Bristol Bay
Date: 07/11/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on the status of the Pebble Limited Partnership that would allow Pebble to apply for a Clean Water Act permit from the Army Corp regarding a proposal for a mine in Bristol Bay at an Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee hearing.
Alaska Report - Session 1
Date: 07/10/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski takes questions from the first session of Alaskan high school summer interns for the Alaska Report.
Senator Murkowski Questions General Semonite on the Arctic
Date: 06/28/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Lieutenant General Todd T. Semonite, Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Assistant Secretary of the Army Mr. Douglas Lamont, and Acting Commissioner of the Bureau of Reclamation Mr. Alan Mikkelsen on the Arctic during a Energy and Water Development Subcommittee.
Senator Murkowski Questions General Semonite on Infrastructure
Date: 06/28/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Lieutenant General Todd T. Semonite, Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Assistant Secretary of the Army Mr. Douglas Lamont, and Acting Commissioner of the Bureau of Reclamation Mr. Alan Mikkelsen on infrastructure during a Energy and Water Development Subcommittee.
Senator Murkowski Speaks to MSNBC's Garrett Haigh on Healthcare
Date: 06/27/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks to MSNBC reporter Garrett Haigh on healthcare.
Senator Murkowski Questions EPA Administrator Pruitt on Clean Air and Water
Date: 06/27/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions EPA Administrator Scott Pruitt on the Clean Water and Drinking Water State Revolving Funds and continued funding for the WIFIA program at an Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Appropriations Subcommittee hearing.
Senator Murkowski addresses BIA Tribal Courts Funding
Date: 06/21/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on the Bureau of Indian Affairs Tribal Courts funding in an Interior Appropriations Subcommittee hearing.
Senator Murkowski on Polar Bear Co-management, Ivory Ban, and Native Handcrafts
Date: 06/21/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on a co-management regime for polar bears, as well as the previous Administration's ivory ban and its impact on the Alaska Native arts economy. Senator Murkowski is a member of the Interior Appropriations Subcommittee.
Senator Murkowski Addresses BOEM 5-Year Leasing Plan
Date: 06/21/2017
In an Interior Appropriations Subcommittee hearing, Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke on the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management holding a lease sale for Cook Inlet. The previous Administration issued a 5-year draft plan for leasing in the OCS, including areas in the Arctic OCS - 1 sale in Chukchi and 1 in the Beaufort.
Murkowski Speech on 40th Anniversary of TAPS
Date: 06/20/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the Senate floor about the 40th Anniversary of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System (TAPS).
Murkowski Addresses the Arctic in Defense Appropriations Subcommittee
Date: 06/14/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Secretary of Defense James Mattis and Chairman of JCS General Joseph Dunford, USMC on the Arctic.
Senator Murkowski Addresses North Korea in Defense Appropriations Subcommittee
Date: 06/14/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Secretary of Defense James Mattis and Chairman of JCS General Joseph Dunford, USMC on North Korea and missile defense.
Senator Murkowski Asks About the Cost of Prescription Drugs at a HELP Committee Hearing
Date: 06/13/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions four witnesses on the cost of prescription drugs and how the drug delivery system affects what patients pay at a HELP Committee hearing. The witnesses were the President and Founder of Avalere Health Dan Mendelson, Senior Director of Health Programs for the Pew Charitable Trust Allan Coukell, PhD Health Policy and Management professor at Johns Hopkins University Gerard Anderson, and Director and Senior Fellow, and member of Project FDA at the Manhattan Institute Paul Howard PhD.
Senator Murkowski questions Deputy Attorney General Rosenstein on Marijuana Policy
Date: 06/13/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Deputy Attorney General Rod Rosenstein on the coherence of federal marijuana policy.
Murkowski Speaks on the 75th Anniversary of the Aleutian Campaign
Date: 06/08/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the Senate floor about the 75th Anniversary of the Aleutian Campaign.
Senator Murkowski on Remembering Sam Brice and Buzz Otis
Date: 06/08/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the Senate floor to remembers the lives of Sam R. Brice and Howard A. "Buzz" Otis.
Murkowski Questions Forest Service Chief Tidwell on Hazardous Fuels
Date: 06/07/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions USDA Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell on hazardous fuels reductions.
Murkowski Opening Statement for the Subcomittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies
Date: 06/07/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski's opening statement for the Subcomittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies.
Murkowski Questions Forest Service Chief Tidwell on Wildfire Suppression
Date: 06/07/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions USDA Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell on wildfire suppression.
Murkowski Questions Forest Service Chief Tidwell on the Tongass National Forest
Date: 06/07/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions USDA Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell on the inventory of the Tongass National Forest.
Murkowski Questions Forest Service Chief Tidwell on Recreation Funding
Date: 06/07/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions USDA Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell on proposed recreation funding cuts
Murkowski Questions Forest Service Chief Tidwell on Road Infrastructure
Date: 06/07/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions USDA Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell on the South Creek Bridge at Excursion Inlet, which has been closed indefinitely for repairs.
Murkowski Questions Forest Service Chief Tidwell on Land Exhanges
Date: 06/07/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions USDA Forest Service Chief Tom Tidwell on the status of two land exchanges in Southeast Alaska – Shee Atika-Cube Cove and the Alaska Mental Health Trust.
Murkowski Questions Major General Green on Eilson Air Force Base
Date: 06/06/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Major General Timothy S. Green of the U.S. Air Force on Eilson Air Force Base during a Military Construction Appropriations Subcommittee hearing.
Murkowski Questions General Bingham on the Fort Greely School
Date: 06/06/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Assistant Chief of Staff for Installation Management LTG Gwendolyn Bingham of the U.S. Army on the Fort Greely School during a Military Construction Appropriations Subcommittee hearing.
Senator Murkowski questions Admiral Richardson on the implementation of icebreakers
Date: 05/25/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions U.S. Navy Admiral John Richardson on the Navy's implementation of icebreakers.
Senator Murkowski questions Admiral Richardson on Northern Edge
Date: 05/25/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions U.S. Navy Admiral John Richardson on the Northern Edge military exercise in the Gulf of Alaska.
Murkowski Floor Speech on National Police Week
Date: 05/17/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the Senate Floor about National Police Week.
Majority Leader McConnell Shows Support for Secure Rural Schools
Date: 05/08/2017
Majority Leader Mitch McConnell speaks on the Senate Floor about working with Senator Lisa Murkowski to support the Secure Rural Schools Program.
Senator Murkowski Facebook Live Discussion on Funding the Government and Alaska's Priorities
Date: 05/04/2017
Senator Murkowski on Facebook Live addressing constituents with a legislative update and fielding questions focused on funding the government and Alaska's priorities, as well as touching briefly on the House’s vote to pass the American Health Care Act.
Senator Murkowski Speaks About Omnibus Appropriations Legislation to Fund the Government
Date: 05/04/2017
The Senate today is voting on the omnibus appropriations legislation to fund the federal government through the remainder of Fiscal Year 2017. As a member of the Appropriations Committee and Chairman of the Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Subcommittee, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) was able to include provisions to address a wide range of challenges, needs, and opportunities in Alaska.
Murkowski Questions General Scaparrotti on Russian Build-Up in the Arctic
Date: 05/04/2017
Senator Murkowski questioning General Scaparrotti, US Army, Commander of the US European Command and Supreme Allied Commander of NATO about changing defense needs in Europe and North Asia before the Senate Military Construction Appropriations Subcommittee. The US European Command’s area of responsibility includes the entirety of Russia.
Senator Murkowski Speaks on Veteran Healthcare
Date: 04/28/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks about Veteran Healthcare on the Subcommittee on Military Construction, Veterans Affairs and Related Agencies, under the Senate Appropriations Committee.
Interview with National Teachers Hall of Fame Inductee
Date: 04/27/2017
Bob Williams is the first Alaskan to be inducted to the National Teachers Hall of Fame.
Murkowski Answers Questions on Supreme Court Confirmation Process
Date: 04/07/2017
Here are the questions asked to Senator Lisa Murkowski about the Supreme Court Confirmation Process:
1. Does this represent the end of bipartisanship in the US senate?
2. What does this mean for legislative filibusters?
3. Does the change in rules impact how you will handle future nominations?
Senator Murkowski on Genetically Engineered Salmon
Date: 04/06/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks on the HELP Committee regarding the FDA's approval of genetically engineered salmon, or "Frankenfish"
Senator Murkowski on the FDA's Advice Regarding Seafood Consumption for Pregnant Women
Date: 04/06/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks to the nominated FDA Commissioner on seafood consumption for pregnant women.
Senator Murkowski's Floor Statement on the Alaska Sesquicentennial
Date: 03/30/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski discusses Alaska's Sesquicentennial on the Senate Floor. Alaska's Sesquicentennial is the story of Alaska, and the Treaty of Cession that brought Alaska into our nation on March 30, 1867—exactly 150 years ago today.
Senator Murkowski on Healthy Lifestyles in Native Communities
Date: 03/29/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski speaks with witnesses on promoting healthy lifestyles in Native communities and how to address the issues facing these communities regarding Native youth. Senator Murkowski is a member of the Indian Affairs Committee.
Martin Sensmeier Testifies on Promoting Healthy Lifestyles for Natives
Date: 03/29/2017
Actor and Native advocate Martin Sensmeier testifies to the Indian Affairs Committee on promoting healthy lifestyles and the impact of the Boys & Girls Club on staying healthy in Native communities.
Sen. Murkowski Asks Army What’s Being Done to Prepare & Protect Soldiers for Cold Weather Fighting
Date: 03/29/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski discusses the Defense Health Program and Military Medicine Funding on the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee.
Senator Murkowski on the Importance of ALS Research
Date: 03/29/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski discusses the Defense Health Program and Military Medicine Funding on the Defense Appropriations Subcommittee.
Senator Murkowski Speaks on Supreme Court Nominee Neil Gorsuch
Date: 02/02/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) discusses United States Supreme Court nominee Neil Gorsuch on the Senate Floor.
Senator Murkowski Statement in HELP Committee Hearing on Stabilizing the Individual Insurance Market
Date: 02/01/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski discusses solutions to stabilizing the individual health insurance market during a Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski Speaks on Secretary of Education Nomination
Date: 01/31/2017
Senator Lisa Murkowski's (R - AK) speaks in the Senate HELP Committee regarding Betsy DeVos' nomination as Secretary of Education and referring her to the full Senate for consideration.
Senators Murkowski (R-AK) and Cassidy (R-LA) on Improving Process for Repealing-Replacing ACA
Date: 01/10/2017
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Murkowski Questions Education Secretary on Diversity Requirement and Alaska Impacts
Date: 06/29/2016
Senator Tim Scott (R-SC) expresses concern that Iran will have more money to fund terrorism
Date: 08/05/2015
Murkowski: Federal agencies should focus on "results" over jurisdiction in substance abuse fight.
Date: 07/29/2015
Sen. Thune Introduces Pipelines and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration nominee
Date: 07/22/2015
Senator Murkowski in Indian Affairs Committee: How can we best protect Native youth?
Date: 07/15/2015
Senator Murkowski Warns of WOTUS Dangers to Alaska, Explains Her Blockage of Funding
Date: 06/25/2015
Sen. Murkowski Gives Overview of Key Alaska Provisions in Interior Appropriations Bill
Date: 06/17/2015
Sen. Murkowski Asks What Education Tools are Needed to Stop Sexual Assault in Rural AK
Date: 06/10/2015
Sen. Tim Scott on IRS Data Breach: "will only add more fire to those who are petrified by the IRS.”
Date: 06/02/2015
Sen. Murkowski Expresses Frustrations to BLM Director re: AK's Inability to Access Land
Date: 05/13/2015
Senator Murkowski Questions BLM Director on Permitting Delays and Regulatory Burdens
Date: 05/13/2015
Murkowski questions National Guard on status of investigation on command climate in Alaska
Date: 04/29/2015
Sen. Scott (R-SC): Medical device tax eliminates resources "to innovate, create, extend lives."
Date: 04/23/2015
US Chamber of Commerce: Not passing TPA is "Equivalent of resigning from the rest world."
Date: 04/21/2015
Sen. Murkowski: Given N. Korea's nuclear capability, do we need to step up our missile defense?
Date: 04/15/2015
Senator Ernst: Why aren’t HHS and the VA working together on their veteran mental health programs?
Date: 04/14/2015
Sen. Murkowski: What's the Impact of Potential Force Reductions on Military Health Services?
Date: 03/25/2015
Senator Murkowski questions Adm Syring on long-range discrimination radar's capabilities
Date: 03/18/2015
Thomas Azzarella, Director of the Alaska Afterschool Network, on the Summer Meals Act
Date: 02/27/2015
Sen. McCain to Ambassadors: What are the Consequences of Withdrawing from Afghanistan?
Date: 02/11/2015
Sec. Def. Nominee Ash Carter on "Pivotal Role" of US Military in Asia-Pacific Arena
Date: 02/04/2015
Sen. Hatch to AG nominee Loretta Lynch: Ted Stevens trial was "out of this world" bad
Date: 01/28/2015
Sen. Murkowski Questions DOJ and IHS Officials About Childhood Trauma in Indian Country
Date: 11/19/2014
Murkowski Addresses "Our Ocean" Conference
Date: 06/17/2014
Senator Murkowski and Senate Oceans Caucus Co-Chair Sheldon Whitehouse speak at the Department of State's "Our Ocean" Conference
Senate Appropriations Committee Approves Murkowski Amendment
Date: 05/22/2014
Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) agrees completely with Murkowski amendment prior to Committee vote.
Senator Murkowski: We have a long way to go for rural Alaska students seeking Internet reliability
Date: 05/21/2014
Senator Murkowski Testifies About Pirate Fishing
Date: 02/12/2014
Senator Murkowski testified at the Senate Foreign Affairs Committee about Pirate Fishing and the impacts this practice has on the industry and coastal communities in Alaska.
Sen. Murkowski - "State of the Arctic: Alaska" Video Message to the Arctic Circle Confernece
Date: 10/16/2013
Senator Murkowski Address to the Alaska Native Village CEO Association in Washington, D.C.
Date: 09/18/2013
First DHS Secretary Thomas Ridge Testifies to Senate on Challenges and Achievements of Agency
Date: 09/11/2013
Sen. Murkowski and Sec. Jewell visit the Clinic in King Cove, AK
Date: 09/03/2013
Senator Lisa Murkowski brought Interior Secretary Sally Jewell to tour the community of King Cove, where building a small gravel road could save lives. While at the local clinic, they heard about the difficulties of caring for patients when they are seriously injured, and learned that much-needed medicine is often unavailable for weeks due to weather conditions.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski Remarks at Opening of the Samuel Simmonds Memorial Hospital in Barrow, AK
Date: 08/23/2013
Senator Murkowski Discusses Eielson Air Force Base in Defense Appropriations Subcommittee
Date: 07/30/2013
Senator Murkowski Questions NPS Director About Shortcomings in its Sustainability Guidelines
Date: 07/25/2013
Senator Murkowski Remarks to the National Commission on the Structure of the Air Force
Date: 07/23/2013
Senator Murkowski Questions Missle Defense Agency Director at Appropriations Subcommittee Hearing
Date: 07/17/2013
Senator Murkowski Questions Missile Defense Agency Director on Missle Field One at Ft. Greely
Date: 07/17/2013
Senator Murkowski Discusses the Importance of Fort Greely with the Missile Defense Agency Director
Date: 07/17/2013
Senator Murkowski Discusses Alaskan Communties in Senate Hearing on U.S. Gas and Fuel Prices
Date: 07/16/2013
Sen. Lisa Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight on Tyler Hall
Date: 06/25/2013
Senator Lisa Murkowski is releasing her 13th Veteran Spotlight installment featuring Wasilla resident Tyler Hall, a U.S. Army veteran who served as a combat engineer in Iraq, and in 2003, was the first Alaskan to be injured during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Sen. Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight on Tyler Hall - EXCERPT
Date: 06/25/2013
Senator Lisa Murkowski is releasing her 13th Veteran Spotlight installment featuring Wasilla resident Tyler Hall, a U.S. Army veteran who served as a combat engineer in Iraq, and in 2003, was the first Alaskan to be injured during Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Senator Murkowski Questions Air Force COS General Welsh at Appropriations Committee Hearing
Date: 06/19/2013
Senator Murkowski questions Air Force Chief of Staff General Mark Welsh at the Appropriations Defense Subcommittee on the Joint Strike Fighter FY2014 Budget Request
Senator Murkowski Discussing Amendments to the No Child Left Behind Reauthorization
Date: 06/12/2013
Senator Murkowski Questions AG Holder on Prosecutorial Discipline Related to Stevens Trial
Date: 06/09/2013
Senator Murkowski's Address to the National Network to End Domestic Violence Congressional Breakfast
Date: 06/07/2013
A Shout-out to the Students of Gusty Michael School in Stony River, AK from Senator Lisa Murkowski
Date: 05/27/2013
Sen. Murkowski on her Recent Visit to Kiruna, Sweden for the Arctic Council Minsterial Meeting
Date: 05/16/2013
Murkowski Questions U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Commanding General on Biomass Plant for Fort Greely
Date: 05/08/2013
Senator Murkowski to Interior Secretary on Arctic Specific Regulations in the OCS Areas
Date: 05/07/2013
Senator Murkowski to Interior Secretary on Responsibility of Federal Gov't for Legacy Wells
Date: 05/07/2013
Sen. Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight on Jim VanOss- EXCERPT
Date: 04/27/2013
Jim VanOss is a U.S. Army Veteran who was drafted during the Vietnam War and served as a military police office and an embassy guard in Saigon during the Tet Offensive.
Sen. Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight on Jim VanOss- FULL
Date: 04/27/2013
Senator Lisa Murkowski is releasing her 11th Veteran Spotlight installment today, featuring Jim VanOss, a U.S. Army Veteran who was drafted during the Vietnam War and served as a military police office and an embassy guard in Saigon during the Tet Offensive.
Sen. Murkowski's Closing Remarks on King Cove Decision and Interior Secretary Confirmation
Date: 04/24/2013
Sen. Murkowski Discusses the North Pacific Groundfish Observer Program with Secretary of Commerce
Date: 04/24/2013
Senator Murkowski: "We Need to Have a Nation Security Cutter Homeported in the State of Alaska"
Date: 04/24/2013
Senator Murkowski Questions EPA's Authority to Revoke Valid "Dredge and Fill" Permits
Date: 04/24/2013
Senator Murkowski Discussing Fairbanks PM 2.5 Concerns with Acting EPA Administrator
Date: 04/24/2013
Sen. Murkowski to Homeland Security Secretary on the Need for Additional Ice Breakers in the U.S.
Date: 04/24/2013
Senator Wyden (D-OR) and Senator Murkowski (R-AK) Introducing the "Follow the Money Act of 2013"
Date: 04/24/2013
U.S. Senators Ron Wyden (D-OR) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) introduced bipartisan campaign finance reform legislation to address the influx of anonymous federal election spending and to bring transparency and consistency to campaign finance law.
Senator Murkowski on "Follow the Money" Campaign Finance and Disclosure Reform Bill
Date: 04/23/2013
Senator Murkowski to Secretary Napolitano on Additional TWIC Facility in Kodiak
Date: 04/23/2013
Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC)
Murkowski Requests Update from Air National Guard Director on 168th Air Refueling Wing at Eielson
Date: 04/17/2013
Sen. Murkowski Discusses the Future of the C-23 Sherpa with Army National Guard Director
Date: 04/17/2013
Senator Murkowski's Alaska Report: Charlie Huebner, Chief of Paralympics for the USOC
Date: 04/16/2013
Senator Murkowski Discusses Housing in Alaska During a Senate Indian Affairs Committee
Date: 04/12/2013
Sen. Murkowski Questions Acting Commerce Secretary Rebecca Blank on Japanese Tsunami Marine Debris
Date: 04/11/2013
Sen. Murkowski on the Concerns Surrounding the Implementation of Coastal Marine and Spatial Planning
Date: 04/11/2013
Senator Murkowski's Alaska Report: Kato Ha'unga, Founder of Northern Lights Library
Date: 04/05/2013
Sen. Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight on Jim Vance - FULL
Date: 03/26/2013
Senator Lisa Murkowski is releasing her tenth Veteran Spotlight installment, showcasing Jim Vance, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Purple Heart recipient who served in Vietnam.
Sen. Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight on Jim Vance- EXCERPT
Date: 03/26/2013
Senator Lisa Murkowski is releasing her tenth Veteran Spotlight installment, showcasing Jim Vance, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran and Purple Heart recipient who served in Vietnam.
U.S. Senate Recognizes Pages During Budget Proceedings, Including Alaskan Katie Robinson
Date: 03/23/2013
Sen. Murkowski Comments on Izembek Roads Decision and Interior Secretary Nominee Sally Jewell
Date: 03/21/2013
Sen. Jack Reed Inquires About Capabilities of Defending Against Attack by North Korea or Iran
Date: 03/12/2013
Sen. Murkowski Speaks on Behalf of Japanese Earthquake and Tsunami 2-year Anniversary
Date: 03/11/2013
Sen. Murkowski Discusses Alaskan Connection to Japan Earthquake and Tsunami on 2-Year Anniversary
Date: 03/11/2013
Sen. Murkowski Questions Interior Secretary Nominee Sally Jewell on Resource Development
Date: 03/07/2013
Dog Booties on the Iditarod Trail
Date: 03/02/2013
Sen. Lisa Murkowski talks with Iditarod musher Wade Marrs from Wasilla, AK about his dog's booties
The sounds of the Iditarod in Downtown Anchorage, AK
Senator Murkowski Speaks on the Passage of the Violence Against Women Act in Congress
Date: 02/28/2013
Abused Women's Aid in Crisis (AWAIC) on the importance of VAWA to Alaska
Date: 02/27/2013
Melissa Emmal, Abused Women's Aid in Crisis Deputy Director talks about the importance of the Violence Against Women Act to Alaska and Sen. Murkowski's leadership in supporting the legislation.
Senator Murkowski Testimony to House Energy & Commerce Subcommittee
Date: 02/26/2013
Senator Murkowski testimony to the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Energy and Power hearing entitled "American Energy Security and Innovation: An Assessment of Private-Sector Successes and Opportunities in Energy Efficient Technologies.
Sen. Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight on Hugh "Bud" Fate -- Full
Date: 02/25/2013
Sen. Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight on Hugh "Bud" Fate, a U.S. Army Veteran who was drafted during the Korean War and helped map the ALCAN Highway for military use.
Sen. Murkowski's "Medicare Patient Empowerment Act of 2013"- INTERVIEW
Date: 02/05/2013
Interview with Mary Ann Foland, M.D., a family practice physician at Primary Care Associates, about Sen. Murkowski's "Medicare Patient Empowerment Act of 2013"
Murkowski's Advancing FASD Research, Prevention & Services Act- INTERVIEWS
Date: 02/05/2013
Interviews with:
Dylan Conduzzi
FASD Coordinator, Assets, Inc.
Cheri Scott
Founder, Stone Soup Group
Suzie Klein
Parent Navigator, Stone Soup Group
Senator Murkowski Introducing Energy 20/20 Blueprint
Date: 02/04/2013
Senator Murkowski addresses the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners (NARUC) Winter Committee meeting in Washington, D.C.
Sen. Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight on Father Norman Elliott- Extended
Date: 01/25/2013
Senator Lisa Murkowski today is releasing her 8th Veteran Spotlight installment featuring Father Norman Elliott, a U.S. Army veteran of World War II. Now nearly 94-years-old, Elliott recalls living in Michigan at age 22 when the war broke out and the calling he felt to defend his country - putting seminary school on hold to join the National Guard and then the U.S. Army in 1941. Nine months later, the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor led the United States to join the Allies in WWII.
Sen. Murkowski (R-Alaska) Discusses Liquefied Natural Gas on Fox Business with Gerri Willis
Date: 12/20/2012
Sen. Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight on Nichole Tovar (Excerpt)
Date: 12/18/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski's 7th Veteran Spotlight features Nichole Tovar, a U.S. Army veteran who served as a nurse in the Baghdad, Iraq Green Zone and continues her service to the nation in the U.S. Army Reserves. Tovar talks about the new generation of soldier and trying to change the civilian perception of her fellow veterans.
Sen. Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight on Nichole Tovar
Date: 12/18/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski is releasing her 7th Veteran Spotlight installment today, featuring Nichole Tovar, a U.S. Army veteran who served as a nurse in the Baghdad, Iraq Green Zone and continues her service to the nation in the U.S. Army Reserves.
Sen. Murkowski & U.S. Senate Women Sit Down with Diane Sawyer
Date: 12/12/2012
Excerpt. Full Interview airs January 3, 2013
Senator Lisa Murkowski Annual Speech to AK State Legislature 2/23/12 -- Citizen United
Date: 12/10/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski Opening Statement Media Availability 12/5/12 -- "Fiscal Cliff"
Date: 12/05/2012
Sen. Lisa Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight on Vanessa Meade
Date: 11/19/2012
Vanessa Meade is a U.S. Army veteran and served in the Gulf War as a military police officer, guarding and transporting prisoners of war. She started the Alaska Veterans Organization for Women to support and connect with other women veterans in Alaska. Vanessa talks about the guilt associated with women leaving their families to serve our nation, military sexual trauma, and VA services for women in the military.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight on Vanessa Meade (Excerpt)
Date: 11/19/2012
Vanessa Meade is a U.S. Army veteran and served in the Gulf War as a military police officer, guarding and transporting prisoners of war. She started the Alaska Veterans Organization for Women to support and connect with other women veterans in Alaska.
Sen. Murkowski Presents Veteran Spotlight Interviews to Veterans Museum, Library of Congress
Date: 11/08/2012
In honor of Veterans Day, Senator Lisa Murkowski presented the 5 interviews debuted so far in her Veteran Spotlight program to the Alaska Veterans Museum. The interviews with Alaskans who served in conflicts ranging from WWII to the Iraq and Afghanistan wars, will be housed in the Museum and the Library of Congress in Washington, D.C. so that all Americans can hear firsthand accounts of Alaskans on the front lines. For more information on the Veteran Spotlight project, visit www.Murkowski.Senate.Gov
Proud to Be an American: Stand Down Alaska 2012
Date: 11/07/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski's staff was on hand for the Stand Down for homeless veterans in Anchorage, Alaska. During the opening ceremony, hundreds gathered around the American flag and the flags representing all the branches of the military, singing "Proud to Be an American" in one, unified voice
Sen. Murkowski's Exit Dance at the AK Native Brotherhood 100th Anniversary Celebration
Date: 11/05/2012
Alaska Air National Guard 212th Rescue Squadron Distinguished Flying Cross Award Ceremony (Full)
Date: 11/05/2012
Sen. Lisa Murkowski attended the Alaska Air National Guard 212th Rescue Squadron Distinguished Flying Cross award ceremony on November 3, 2012. SMSgt Christopher Widener, MSgt Brandon Stuemke and SSgt Aaron Parcha were all honored for distinguishing themselves in support of operations by heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight. Full ceremony video.
Sen. Murkowski Flips the Coin at the Girls' All-Star flag football game
Date: 11/03/2012
Sen. Murkowski Flips the Coin at the Girls' All-Star flag football game at the Shriner's Annual North-South Football Classic at the Sports Dome in Anchorage, Alaska on November 3, 2012
Alaska Air National Guard 212th Rescue Squadron Distinguished Flying Cross Award Ceremony
Date: 11/03/2012
Sen. Lisa Murkowski attended the Alaska Air National Guard 212th Rescue Squadron Distinguished Flying Cross award ceremony on November 3, 2012. SMSgt Christopher Widener, MSgt Brandon Stuemke and SSgt Aaron Parcha were all honored for distinguishing themselves in support of operations by heroism or extraordinary achievement while participating in aerial flight.
Sen. Murkowski Rides MASCOT, Valley Mover Buses from Wasilla to Anchorage, AK
Date: 11/02/2012
On a recent trip to the Mat Su Valley, Sen. Lisa Murkowski had the opportunity to ride a MASCOT bus in Wasilla and made the transfer to Valley Mover for the commute back to Anchorage.
Dr. Colberg's Halloween Introduction of Sen. Lisa Murkowski
Date: 11/01/2012
Sen. Lisa Murkowski visited the Mat-Su College campus on Halloween, and was introduced in a unique way by College Director Dr. Talis J. Colberg
Sen. Murkowski Veteran Spotlight on Earl Wineck (Excerpt)
Date: 10/30/2012
Earl Wineck served in the Alaska Territorial Guard from 1942 to 1945 and was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1945. He was stationed in the Aleutian Islands near the end of World War II.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight on Earl Wineck
Date: 10/30/2012
Alaskan veteran Earl Wineck served in the Alaska Territorial Guard from 1942 to 1945 and was drafted into the U.S. Army in 1945. He was stationed in the Aleutian Islands near the end of World War II.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski's Speech to the Alaska Federation of Natives (Excerpt)
Date: 10/23/2012
During the 2012 Alaska Federation of Natives Convention, Sen. Murkowski spoke about traveling across Alaska to visit with residents and hear their concerns. In every community, residents said they were worried about the high cost of energy. One foster mother was concerned about not being able to afford both home heating fuel and baby formula.
Attu Villagers Honored & Remembered at Meeting in Anchorage
Date: 10/12/2012
Alaska Veterans Museum President Suelleyn Novak detailed efforts to erect a memorial for the Attu villagers at a recent reunion of Attu Island descendants in Anchorage, Alaska.
Sen. Murkowski, Community Surprise Kalskag Education Leader With Honorary Potluck
Date: 10/04/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski traveled to the communities of Upper and Lower Kalskag on the Kuskokwim River to honor Greg Wohlman, the principal of the Kalskag schools. Murkowski worked with Kalskag leaders to plan a surprise potluck attended by hundreds of students and parents to honor the humble educator for his contribution to the community.
Sen. Murkowski Tours Flood Damage on the Kenai River 9.27.12
Date: 09/28/2012
Sen. Lisa Murkowski spent day two of her Fall Flooding Damage Tour on the Kenai Peninsula in Seward, Kenai and Soldotna. She was struck by the high waters of the Kenai River in a place her family has fished for years.
Mat-Su Flood Damage BROLL
Date: 09/26/2012
Sen. Murkowski toured recent flooding damage in the Mat-Su Valley with John Madden and Borough officials on September 25th, 2012. Video is RAW B-ROLL.
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Sen. Murkowski Reflects on Her Tour of Flooding Damage in the Mat-Su Valley
Date: 09/25/2012
Sen. Lisa Murkowski interview, b-roll of flood damage tour with John Madden and Mat-Su Borough officials
Holger "Jorgy" Jorgensen Talks About Helping to End Segregation in Nome, AK
Date: 09/25/2012
During his Murkowski Veterans Spotlight interview, Alaska Territorial Guard and U.S. Army veteran Holger "Jorgy" Jorgensen recalled how refusing to leave a movie theater seat helped shape civil rights in Nome, Alaska
Holy Cross, AK students teach Sen. Lisa Murkowski how to cut, hang and smoke Yukon River salmon
Date: 08/31/2012
During her Yukon River Community Tour, students in Holy Cross, Alaska taught Sen. Murkowski how to prepare salmon for drying in their school's smokehouse.
Greetings From Ruby, Alaska 8.31.12
Date: 08/31/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski visited the community of Ruby during her three day Yukon River Community Tour
Attu Village 70th Anniversary Memorial Dedication, August 20, 2012
Date: 08/22/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski and Coast Guard Rear Admiral Thomas Ostebo dedicate a permanent memorial to honor the sacrifice of the Attu villagers on the 70th anniversary of Attu being invaded by Japanese troops.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight Interview of Paul Shirey: 2 minute version
Date: 08/16/2012
In his Veteran Spotlight interview, Paul Shirey recounts his experiences while serving with the 4th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division based at Fort Richardson. Paul served in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan from 2003 to 2004 and served in Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2006 to 2008.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski's Veteran Spotlight Interview of Paul Shirey
Date: 08/16/2012
In his Veteran Spotlight interview, Paul Shirey recounts his experiences while serving with the 4th Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division based at Fort Richardson. Paul served in Operation Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan from 2003 to 2004 and served in Operation Iraqi Freedom from 2006 to 2008.
Dedication of the Ted Stevens Joint Mobility Complex on Eielson Air Force Base 8/9/12
Date: 08/10/2012
On the 2nd anniversary of the air plane crash that claimed Sen. Ted Stevens' life, Uncle Ted's family and Sen. Lisa Murkowski participated in the dedication ceremony of Eielson's Joint Mobility Complex that now bears his name.
Sen. Murkowski Discusses Arctic Development after Alaska Energy CODEL with Sen. Hoeven (R-ND)
Date: 08/06/2012
Senator Murkowski Discusses Legacy Wells after Alaska Energy CODEL with Sen. John Hoeven (R-ND)
Date: 08/06/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski Discusses ANWR after Alaska Energy CODEL with Sen. John Hoeven (R-ND) 8/5/12
Date: 08/06/2012
Murkowski Speaks in Support of the SECURE IT Act Cybersecurity Legislation on Senate Floor 8/2/12
Date: 08/02/2012
Senator Inouye (D-HI) Speaks In Support For Naming Next U.S. Navy Warship after Ted Stevens 8/2/12
Date: 08/02/2012
Senator Leahy (D-VT) Speaks in Support of Naming Next U.S. Navy Ship after Ted Stevens 8/2/12
Date: 08/02/2012
Senator Murkowski Speaks in Support of Naming The Next U.S. Navy Ship after Sen. Ted Stevens 8/2/12
Date: 08/02/2012
Murkowski Pushes Feds for Action on Tsunami Debris in Speech on Senate Floor (Clip)- 8/1/12
Date: 08/01/2012
Senator Murkowski Pushes Feds for Action on Tsunami Debris in Speech on Senate Floor- 8/1/12
Date: 08/01/2012
Audio: Murkowski Speaks in Support of ALS Disease Funding in the Defense Approps Bill 7/31/12
Date: 07/31/2012
Audio: Senator Murkowski On Eielson F-16 Proposal: "Blunder of the Highest Magnitude" 7/31/12
Date: 07/31/2012
Senator Murkowski Discusses Costs to Alaska of Emissions Control Area Policy -- 7/26/12
Date: 07/26/2012
Murkowski Answers Questions at Press Conference Supporting the DOMESTIC ENERGY AND JOBS ACT OF 2012
Date: 07/26/2012
Senator Murkowski Speaks in Support of THE DOMESTIC ENERGY AND JOBS ACT OF 2012 7/26/12
Date: 07/26/2012
Senator Murkowski Explains Her Vote on Tax Bills, Need For Economic Certainty -- 7/25/12
Date: 07/25/2012
Senator Murkowski Concerned Tax Increases Could Lead to 1800 Alaska Jobs Lost - 7/25/12
Date: 07/25/2012
Murkowski Questions Panel at Senate ENR Committee Hearing: Natural Gas and Transportation 7/23/12
Date: 07/24/2012
Senator Murkowski Opening Statement Senate ENR Committee: Natural Gas and Transportation 7/23/12
Date: 07/24/2012
Murkowski Questions Dir. of American Indian Envirn.Office re: Consultation with AK Native Corps.
Date: 07/19/2012
Murkowski @ Indian Affairs Committee Hearing: Impacts of Environmental Changes 7/19/12
Date: 07/19/2012
Murkowski Discusses Cyber Security and the Grid at Senate Energy Committee Hearing 7/16/12
Date: 07/17/2012
Murkowski Opening Statement ENR Committee: Oil Well Remediation of Federal Legacy Wells in Alaska
Date: 07/12/2012
AK Rep. Millett Opening Statement to Senate Energy & Natural Resources Committee re: Legacy Wells
Date: 07/12/2012
Senate Banking Committee Hearing: Developing the Framework for Safe and Efficient Mobile Payments
Date: 07/10/2012
Rep. Charisse Millett asks Senator Lisa Murkowski about Cleaning Up Legacy Wells in Alaska 2/23/12
Date: 07/10/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski Reacts to Supreme Court Ruling on the Affordable Care Act -- 6/28/12
Date: 07/09/2012
Senator Murkowski Speaks In Support of the Utility MACT Rule Resolution of Disapproval 6/20/12
Date: 06/20/2012
AUDIO: Murkowski Offers Suicide Prevention Amendment At Senate Appropriations Committee Markup
Date: 06/14/2012
Murkowski Questions Defense Sec. Panetta and Gen. Dempsey, Chairman of Joint Chief of Staff 6/13/12
Date: 06/13/2012
Murkowski Questions Sec. of Defense Panetta about Suicide Prevention in the Military 6/13/12
Date: 06/13/2012
Murkowski Questions FCC Commissioner About Rural Alaska's Internet Connectivity 6/7/12
Date: 06/07/2012
Sen. Murkowski Opening Statement - Indian Affairs Hearing on Universal Service Fund Reform 6/7/12
Date: 06/07/2012
Judiciary Hearing - ENSURING THAT FEDERAL PROSECUTORS MEET THEIR DISCOVERY OBLIGATIONS
Date: 06/06/2012
Homeland Security and Govt. Affairs Subcommittee Hearing: Veterans Employment & Govt. Contractors
Date: 06/05/2012
Murkowski Urges Senate Colleagues to Vote For Higher Scrutiny of Frankenfish 5//24/12
Date: 05/24/2012
Senator Murkowski Takes to the Senate Floor to Discuss her Frankenfish Amendment 5/23/12
Date: 05/23/2012
Senate Foreign Relations Committee: U.S. Ratification of the Law of the Sea Treaty 5/23/12
Date: 05/23/2012
Murkowski Discusses Eielson AFB's 168th Refueling Unit with Air National Guard Director 5/23/12
Date: 05/23/2012
Murkowski Follow-up Question to Air National Guard Director re: Eielson AFB's 168th Refueling Unit
Date: 05/23/2012
Murkowski Questions Director of the Air National Guard about Eielson AFB 168th Refueling Unit
Date: 05/23/2012
Senator Murkowski Discusses the Federal Goverment's Role in Energy Innovation - 5/22/12
Date: 05/22/2012
Senator Murkowski Congrats Message to the Alaskan High School and College Graduates of 2012
Date: 05/16/2012
Murkowski Asks EPA Administrator Jackson About Issues at the Healy Clean Coal Power Plant 5/16/12
Date: 05/16/2012
Murkowski asks EPA Administrator if their EPA Fracking Study is Expanding in Scope?
Date: 05/16/2012
Murkowski Questions EPA Administrator about the EPA's Watershed Assessment of the Bristol Bay Region
Date: 05/16/2012
Murkowski Asks EPA Administrator Jackson about Working With Her to Address Alaska Concerns 5/16/12
Date: 05/16/2012
Murkowski Opening Statement: Interior Appropriations Subcommittee Hearing on FY13 EPA Budget 5/16/12
Date: 05/16/2012
AUDIO:Murkowski Addresses Alaska Accomplishments Within the '13 MilCon/VA Approps. Bill - 5/15/12
Date: 05/15/2012
Senator Murkowski Discusses Student Loan Interest Rate Debate in the Senate - 5/9/12
Date: 05/11/2012
Senator Murkowski Shares Recent Tragic Events in Kodiak with Approps. Committee 5/9/12
Date: 05/09/2012
Murkowski - Homeland Security Approps. Subcommittee Hearing: U.S. Coast Guard Budget 5/9/12
Date: 05/09/2012
Murkowski Attends U.S. Coast Guard Briefing re: CGC Healy's Mission to Nome - 5/8/12
Date: 05/08/2012
Senator Murkowski Speaks on Senate Floor in Support of the Violence Against Women Act 4/26/12
Date: 04/26/2012
Sen. Murkowski Opening Statement ENR Hearing: "Weather-Related Electrical Outages" 4/26/12
Date: 04/26/2012
Murkowski Expresses Concern Over "Chaos" Of Frankenfish in H.E.L.P. Committee Session 4/25/12
Date: 04/25/2012
Senate VA Committee Hearing: VA Mental Health Care: Evaluating Access and Assessing Care 4/25/12
Date: 04/25/2012
Senator Murkowski Remarks at Senate Energy & Water Appropriations Subcommittee Markup 4/24/12
Date: 04/24/2012
Senator Murkowski Interviewed on CNBC's Kudlow Report about U.S. Percentage of World Oil 4/20/12
Date: 04/20/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski Remarks to the 1-52nd Aviation Regiment Spring Ball - 4/20/12
Date: 04/20/2012
Senator Murkowski Speaks in Support of the FY13 Commerce, Science & Justice Approps. Bill 4/19/12
Date: 04/19/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski Talks to Fox News Business about ANWR 4/18/12
Date: 04/18/2012
U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, today spoke on Fox News Business about the 10 year anniversary of the Senate vote that blocked the opening of ANWR. The excuse cited by most was that it would take 10 years to get the oil to market.
Murkowski Questions Forest Chief Tidwell on Court Ruling Requiring EPA Permitting of USFS Roads
Date: 04/18/2012
Senate Approps Hearing: Murkowski Lays Out Concerns over Recent Court Ruling 4/18/12
Date: 04/18/2012
Joint Economic Committee Hearing: How the Taxation of Capital Affects Growth and Employment 4/17/12
Date: 04/17/2012
Murkowski Break-Up Forecast Roundtable Discussion, April 5, 2012
Date: 04/05/2012
Senator Murkowski Assembled Authorities from NOAA, Alaska Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and FEMA to Evaluate Statewide Alaska Flood Potential.
Senator Lisa Murkowski's proposed "Milkshake Summit" With President Obama mentioned on MSNBC 3/30/12
Date: 03/30/2012
Senator Murkowski Addresses the Senate Oceans Caucus Briefing on Seafood Jobs In America 3/29/12
Date: 03/29/2012
2012 "Choose Respect" Rally in Washington, D.C. - Alaska Delegation Remarks 3/29/12
Date: 03/29/2012
2012 "Choose Respect" Alaska Congressional Delegation Rally in Washington D.C. B - Roll
Date: 03/29/2012
Judiciary Hearing on the Special Counsel's Report on the Prosecution of Ted Stevens Clip 4 3/28/12
Date: 03/28/2012
Judiciary Hearing on the Special Counsel's Report on the Prosecution of Ted Stevens Clip 2 3/28/12
Date: 03/28/2012
Judiciary Hearing on the Special Counsel's Report on the Prosecution of Ted Stevens Clip 3 3/28/12
Date: 03/28/2012
Judiciary Hearing on the Special Counsel's Report on the Prosecution of Ted Stevens Clip 1 3/28/12
Date: 03/28/2012
Sen. Murkowski Rebuttals False Claims about Raising Energy Taxes on the Senate Floor 3/28/12
Date: 03/28/2012
Murkowski Takes to the Senate Floor to Respond to Calls to Raise Taxes on Energy Companies 3/27/12
Date: 03/27/2012
Senator Murkowski Speaks at Weekly GOP Press Conference about the Menendez Gas Tax Bill 3/27/12
Date: 03/27/2012
Senator Murkowski at Military Construction Appropriations Subcommittee Hearing 3/27/12
Date: 03/27/2012
Murkowski Questions Added Cost that Accompanies F-16 Aggressor Squadron Relocation 3/27/12
Date: 03/27/2012
Murkowski Asks if the Air Force Eielson AFB Proposal is Trying to Go Around Existing Statute 3/27/12
Date: 03/27/2012
Murkowski Responds to the President's Remarks in Cushing, OK Regarding the Keystone XL Pipeline
Date: 03/22/2012
Murkowski Asks TSA Admin. Pistole About What They Are Doing for Passangers w/Special Needs 3/21/12
Date: 03/21/2012
Murkowski Questions TSA Administrator Pistole About the Trickle Down Effect of Cargo Fees 3/21/12
Date: 03/21/2012
Murkowski Questions FBI Director Mueller On "Scuttled" Bill Allen Investigation Clip 2
Date: 03/16/2012
Murkowski Questions FBI Director Mueller On "Scuttled" Bill Allen Investigation Clip 1
Date: 03/16/2012
Ted Stevens Attorney Robert Cary Stresses Need for the Fairness Disclosure of Evidence Act 3/15/12
Date: 03/15/2012
Murkowski Discusses Schuelke Report, New Bipartisan Bill For Discovery Reform 3/15/12
Date: 03/15/2012
Murkowski Questions VA Undersecretary for Health Petzel about VA Care Closer to Home 3/15/12
Date: 03/15/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski Video Message to Eielson AFB Women's History Month Celebration
Date: 03/14/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski Video Message to Doyon Annual Shareholders Meeting --March 2012
Date: 03/14/2012
Murkowski Asks BLM Dir. Abbey about DOI Statistics of Oil Production on Federal Lands - Clip 3/14/12
Date: 03/14/2012
Murkowski Asks BLM Director Abbey about DOI Statistics of Oil Production on Federal Lands 3/14/12
Date: 03/14/2012
Senator Murkowski Welcomes Home the 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th Infantry Division 3/13/12
Date: 03/13/2012
Murkowski Asks Sec. of Energy Chu about Allison Report on DOE Loan Guarantee Program - 3/13/12
Date: 03/13/2012
Murkowski Asks DHS Sec. Napolitano about the National Flood Insurance Program 3/8/12
Date: 03/08/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski Speaks in Support of the SECURE IT Act 3/1/12
Date: 03/01/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski, Ranking Republican on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, spoke on the Senate floor in support of cybersecurity legislation - the SECURE IT Act, introduced by Sens. Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), John McCain (R-AZ), Kay Bailey Hutchison (R-TX), Chuck Grassley (R-IA), Saxby Chambliss (R-GA), Dan Coats (R-IN), Ron Johnson (R-WI), and Richard Burr (R-NC).
GOP Press Conference on Rising Gas Prices in America 2/29/12
Date: 02/29/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski participated in a press conference with Sens. John Thune (R-SD), John Hoeven (R-ND), John Cornyn (R-TX) and Jeff Sessions (R-AL) on February 29, 2012 to discuss the rising price of gasoline in the United States.
Senator Murkowski Speaks at Press Conference on Rising Gas Prices in United States 2/29/12
Date: 02/29/2012
Senator Murkowski Asks Sec. of Interior Salazar about Contract Support Costs 2/29/12
Date: 02/29/2012
Senator Murkowski: Alaska Needs to Raise a Little Hell 2/28/12
Date: 02/28/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski questioned Sec. of Interior Salazar on the Interior Department's FY13 Budget request at a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Hearing on 2/28/12
Murkowski Speaks to the Alaskan Impact of Dept. of Interior Decision Making 2/28/12
Date: 02/28/2012
Murkowski Floor Speech: President's 'All-of-the-Above' Energy Statements Omit Many of the Facts
Date: 02/27/2012
Sen. Lisa Murkowski Community Meeting on Interior Alaska Military Issues, Feb. 18, 2012
Date: 02/19/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski, Senator Mark Begich and Mayor Luke Hopkins meet with the Fairbanks community to discuss the future of Eielson Air Force Base.
Sen. Murkowski Asking Sec. Chu to Testify about Dept. of Energy loan Guarantee Program 2/16/12
Date: 02/16/2012
Senate ENR Hearing: Sen. Murkowski asks Sec. Chu about Hydropower Funding in FY13 Budget 2/16/12
Date: 02/16/2012
Senate ENR Hearing: Senator Murkowski asks Sec. Chu about Alaska's Natural Gas Market 2/16/12
Date: 02/16/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski Floor Speech on Alaskan Impact of Highway Bill Clip 2 - 2/15/12
Date: 02/15/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski Floor Speech on Alaskan Impact of Highway Bill Clip 1 - 2/15/12
Date: 02/15/2012
Alaska Report: Jim Balamaci CEO of Special Olympics AK & Pearl Weaver Special Olympics Athlete
Date: 02/10/2012
During the February 2012 Alaska Report, Senator Lisa Murkowski sat down with Jim Balamaci, President/CEO of Special Olympics Alaska and Pearl Weaver, of Palmer to discuss the Special Olympics organization in Alaska.
Mark Teixeira on the Importance of Afterschool Programs - 2/9/11
Date: 02/09/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski met with Mark Teixeira of the New York Yankees to discuss the importance of afterschool programs nationwide.
Murkowski Honors U.S. Coast Guard & AK National Guard in Speech on Senate Floor 1/26/12
Date: 01/26/2012
Senator Murkowski Reaction to President Obama's 2012 State of the Union Address 1/24/12
Date: 01/24/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski Discusses Bipartisan Seating 1/24/12
Date: 01/24/2012
Senator Lisa Murkowski joined Sen. Mark Udall (D-CO) on MSNBC to discuss bipartisan seating during the President's State of the Union Address.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski's Tsunami Debris Roundtable Duscussion 1/20/12
Date: 01/20/2012
How will the debris from the Japanese Tsunami impact Alaska? Senator Lisa Murkowski asked a panel of federal and state experts at her Tsunami Debris Roundtable.
Murkowski Floor Speech: Support for Nomination of Morgan Christen, 9th Cir., US Court of Appeals
Date: 12/15/2011
Sen. Lisa Murkowski Floor Speech Honoring John Katz 12/6/11
Date: 12/06/2011
Senator Lisa Murkowski took to the Senate floor to share her thoughts on long-time public servant John Katz -- who is retiring at the end of this year -- and honor his four decades of facilitating policy between the federal government and Alaskan interests.
Murkowski Questions Attorney General Eric Holder on Failure to Prosecute Bill Allen (Clip 2)
Date: 11/28/2011
On March 10, 2011, Sen. Murkowski questioned Attorney General Eric Holder about the Department of Justice's failure to prosecute Bill Allen on sex charges.
Murkowski Questions Attorney General Eric Holder on Failure to Prosecute Bill Allen Clip
Date: 11/28/2011
On March 10, 2011, Sen. Murkowski questioned Attorney General Eric Holder about the Department of Justice's failure to prosecute Bill Allen on sex charges.
Sen. Murkowski 2011 Alaska Day Speech: "Partnership, not abject denial, is the best path forward"
Date: 10/18/2011
Sen. Murkowski 2011 Alaska Day Speech: "The Promises Made To Alaska Have Been Broken"
Date: 10/18/2011
Sen. Murkowski 2011 Alaska Day Speech: "Instead of a partner, the federal government is an obstacle"
Date: 10/18/2011
Sen. Murkowski Questions Director Bromwich on Shell Drilling Permits in the Arctic 10/18/11
Date: 10/18/2011
The Alaska Report - October 2011: Maj. General Thomas Katkus
Date: 10/14/2011
In the October 2011 edition of the Alaska Report, Sen. Lisa Murkowski sat down with Maj. General Thomas Katkus Adjutant General, Commissioner of Alaska Department of Military and Veteran Affairs to discuss a variety of issues related to Alaska.
Sen. Murkowski at Senate Indian Affairs Committee Hearing: On Internet Infrastructure
Date: 10/06/2011
Fox News Story 9/15/11: Sen. Murkowski Questions Department of Energy's Loan Guarantee to Solyndra
Date: 09/15/2011
July 13, 2011
Sens. Murkowski and Begich Introduction of Judicial Nominees Morgan Christen and Sharon Gleason
Date: 07/13/2011
Sen. Murkowski Floor Speech: America is an Arctic Nation
Date: 05/23/2011
On May 23, 2011, U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, today gave a speech on the Senate floor about how the United States is "waking up" to the fact that America is an Arctic nation -- and the opportunities opening up for the country.
Sen. Murkowski also touched upon the fact that neighboring countries are moving forward with offshore development, and that America's hesitancy to sign the Law of the Sea Treaty could have serious financial costs.
Sen. Murkowski Floor Speech on the Offshore Production and Safety Act
Date: 05/18/2011
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Sen. Murkowski's Floor Speech Opposing Democrats' Proposal to Raise Taxes on Big Five Oil Companies
Date: 05/17/2011
On May 17, 2011, U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, Ranking Member on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, spoke on the Senate floor in opposition to a Democratic bill that would raise taxes on oil companies.
Sen. Murkowski Questioning DHS Secretary Napolitano
Date: 04/20/2011
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Alaska Delegation "Choose Respect" Rally in Washington, D.C.
Date: 04/08/2011
On March 31st, Sen. Murkowski joined with Sen. Begich and Rep. Young, their staffs and other Alaskans in front of the Nation's Capitol to march in solidarity against sexual abuse and domestic violence in Alaska.
Sen. Murkowski Questions Parks Service Director on the Controversial Yukon River Arrest
Date: 03/30/2011
U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, ranking Republican on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, on March 30, 2011 questioned National Parks Service Director Jon Jarvis on a controversial arrest made on the Yukon River last September.
Sen. Murkowski on America's Tremendous Resource Potential Floor Statement.mpg
Date: 03/17/2011
U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, spoke on the Senate floor on March 17, 2011 about a new Congressional Research Service estimates that the United State's has the largest fossil fuel endowment in the world.
Sen. Murkowski: Interior Appropriation Subcomittee Hearing on EPA's FY12 Budget request
Date: 03/16/2011
U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, on March 16, 2011, questioned Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa Jackson on a series of development projects in Alaska that have been adversely impacted by the agency's decisions, including efforts to explore for oil and gas in the Beaufort Sea and the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska.
Sen. Murkowski Speaks in Support of Amendment to Rein in EPA's Climate Regulations
Date: 03/15/2011
U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, spoke on the Senate floor 3/15/11 in support of an amendment to the pending small business bill that would block the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from imposing a costly backdoor energy tax on the American people.
Murkowski Questions Attorney General Eric Holder on Failure to Prosecute Bill Allen
Date: 03/10/2011
On March 10, 2011, Sen. Murkowski questioned Attorney General Eric Holder about the Department of Justice's failure to prosecute Bill Allen on sex charges.
Sen. Murkowski: Energy Principles Floor Speech
Date: 03/10/2011
Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, speaks on the Senate floor regarding the urgent need to develop a long-term energy policy for America that focuses on increasing domestic production and reducing overall consumption.
Sen. Murkowski: Five Ways to Boost Domestic Production
Date: 03/03/2011
On March 3, 2011, U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, ranking Republican on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, spoke on the Senate floor about the need to adopt a rational national energy policy. Sen. Murkowski outlined several steps the United States should take immediately to dramatically improve our nation's energy policy.
Sen. Murkowski Iditarod Message
Date: 03/03/2011
Sen. Murkowski wishes good luck and safety to all of the competitors in this year's Iditarod sled dog race.
Sen. Murkowski Defends Essential Air Service Program
Date: 02/14/2011
On February 14, 2011 Sen. Murkowski gave a speech on the Senate floor defending the Essential Air Service program.
Sen. Murkowski Profiled by Dan Rather Reports
Date: 02/02/2011
On February 1, 2011, Dan Rather Reports talks with Senator Murkowski about her write-In campaign.
Sen. Murkowski Gives Congressional Response to NCAI's "State of Indian Nations" Address
Date: 01/27/2011
On January 27, 2011, Sen. Murkowski, R-Alaska, gave the congressional response to the National Congress of American Indians "State of Indian Nations" address. The speech was delivered to tribal leaders, U.S. government officials and members of the National Congress of American Indians.
Murkowski Comments on Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Commission Final Report to Senate ENR Committee
Date: 01/26/2011
On January 26, 2011, U.S. Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, ranking Republican on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, made the following comments during a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Hearing on the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Commission's final report.
Murkowski, Udall News Conference on Bipartisan State of the Union Seating
Date: 01/25/2011
On January 25, 2011, Sens. Murkowski and Udall, and Reps. Shuler and Goser held a news conference regarding their call for bipartisan seating at President Obama's State of the Union address.
The Alaska Report: A Capital Christmas.
Date: 12/15/2010
On the December 2010 addition of the Alaska Report, Sen. Murkowski discussed what a Christmas in Washington, D.C. is like, and shared some footage of the annual Capitol and White House Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremonies.
Murkowski Comments on Interior's Decision for Offshore Development
Date: 12/01/2010
Sen. Murkowski comments on the Obama administration's decision to allow exploration in Alaska's Beaufort sea.
Sen. Murkowski's Interview with Katie Couric of the CBS Evening News
Date: 11/16/2010
On Monday, November 15, 2010, Sen. Murkowski sat down for an interivew with Katie Couric, of the CBS Evening News.
Ask Lisa: Energy Bill Potential and Reducing the President's Budget
Date: 07/28/2010
In this installment of Sen. Murkowski's 'Ask Lisa' webcast, Sen. Murkowski discusses the potential of the Senate passing an energy bill before the August congressional recess and the attempts by Senate Republican appropriators to reduce the President's budget by $20 billion.
Ask Lisa: On Nominations of Donald Berwick and Elena Kagan
Date: 07/21/2010
In this installment of Sen. Murkowski's 'Ask Lisa' webcast, Sen. Murkowski addresses her stance on the President's recess appointment of Donald Berwick to lead the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid (CMS). Sen. Murkowski also addresses her opposition to Elena Kagan to be an Associate Justice of the United States Supreme Court.
Ask Lisa: Second Amendment and Government Debt and Spending
Date: 06/30/2010
In this edition of 'Ask Lisa,' Sen. Murkowski spoke about the government's continued spending and growing debt along with the recent Supreme Court holding on the Second Amendment.
Alaska Report: First Session Summer Interns
Date: 06/25/2010
On the July edition of the Alaska Report, Sen. Murkowski welcomed the first of two groups of her summer interns. During this Alaska Report, Sen. Murkowski and her interns discussed a number of issues including energy development in Alaska and education reform.
Ask Lisa: Controlling Federal Spending and Gulf Oil Spill.
Date: 06/23/2010
On this installment of Sen. Murkowski's 'Ask Lisa' webcast, Sen. Murkowski answered a question about the federal deficit and spending and a question on the Gulf Oil spill. Sen. Murkowski answered questions this week from Robert, in Anderson and from Seth in North Pole.
Murkowski Urges Repeal of New Health Care Law
Date: 06/23/2010
Sen. Murkowski today called on Congress to repeal the new health care law and replace it with reforms that will drive down premiums and allow Americans to exercise more control over their benefits.
In her remarks, Sen. Murkowski cited a number of government reports finding that the new health care system will result in higher costs, less access and unsustainable spending.
Murkowski Discusses the Gulf Coast Oil Spill and Energy Policy on CNN's "State of the Union"
Date: 06/20/2010
This morning, Sen. Murkowski, the ranking Republican of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, appeared on CNN's, "State of the Union," with Candy Crowley. In her appearance, Sen. Murkowski discussed the continuing Gulf Coast oil spill disaster and federal energy policy.
Ask Lisa: Small Banks and Financial Reform and EPA Disapproval Resolution
Date: 06/16/2010
On this installment of Sen. Murkowski's 'Ask Lisa' webcast, Sen. Murkowski answered a question about keeping small banks and credit unions from being grouped in with large Wall Street banks as part of financial reform legislation. She also took a question about her recent EPA Resolution of Disapproval. Her questions this week were submitted by email from Lori in North Pole and Tom in Anchorage.
Murkowski Discusses Her Bill - Oil Spill Compensation Act of 2010
Date: 06/15/2010
Sen. Murkowski, ranking Republican of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today proposed legislation to address a number of concerns raised by the ongoing oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico, including a provision to expedite payments to those most impacted by the spill.
The bill would authorize the president to set liability on offshore oil and gas projects on a case-by-case basis at time of lease using a set of criteria, including a company's safety record and the depth and pressure of the reserve being developed. Responsibility for claims in excess of an individual cap would be shared by all offshore operators in U.S. waters.
Murkowski Comments from Debate on EPA Disapproval Resolution
Date: 06/10/2010
Sen. Murkowski, the ranking Republican of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today spoke from the Senate floor in support of her EPA Disapproval Resolution. The Resolution is being debated today by the full Senate with a vote on final passage expected later Thursday evening.
Murkowski's resolution comes in the wake of the EPA's endangerment finding, which will result in damaging new regulations by the EPA that endanger America's economy. The resolution, if passed, would avoid the economic consequences that would result from any new EPA regulations imposed under the Clean Air Act.
'Ask Lisa': Repeal of Obama Health Care Bill and Predator Control on Unimak Island
Date: 06/09/2010
On this installment of Sen. Murkowski's 'Ask Lisa' webcast, Sen. Murkowski answered questions about repealing the Obama health care law and spoke about the State of Alaska's plan for predator control on Unimak Island. Her questions this week were submitted by email from Ash in Wasilla and from William in Auke bay.
Murkowski Discusses Her EPA Disapproval Resolution
Date: 06/08/2010
Sen. Murkowski today held a news conference to discuss the upcoming vote on her EPA disapproval resolution that will be voted on this Thursday in the Senate. The EPA is planning to use the Clean Air Act to regulate greenhouse gases. This would allow the agency to further extend the government's reach, which will be detrimental to the nation's economy, jobs, and America's global competitiveness. Several Republican senators joined Murkowski at the news conference to voice their shared concerns over EPA's attempt to impose economically harmful climate regulations on the country.
Murkowski Comments on Obama Administration One-Season Delay on Oil Exploration in Arctic
Date: 05/27/2010
Sen. Lisa Murkowski, ranking Republican of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today commented on the Obama administration's decision to impose a one-season delay on exploration in Alaska's Chukchi and Beaufort seas.
Murkowski Testifies on Her Bill to Improve Compensation Process for Gulf Victims
Date: 05/27/2010
Sen. Murkowski testified today at the request of Sen. Mary Landrieu, D-La., before the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee on how to improve the process of getting compensation to the victims of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Murkowski this week introduced legislation to streamline the claims process and ensure that those who desperately need help now get it in all haste.
Ask Lisa: BP Oil Liability and Student Question on Health Care
Date: 05/26/2010
On this installment of Sen. Murkowski's 'Ask Lisa' webcast, Sen. Murkowski answered questions about BP's liability for the Gulf oil disaster and on how the new health care reform law may affect future generations. Her questions this week came from a participant at the May 17, 2010 'Make it Monday' forum in Anchorage where Sen. Murkowski was speaking. Her second question came from Harry, a student at Randy Smith Middle School in Fairbanks.
Murkowski Comments on Oil Spill Liability Cap
Date: 05/25/2010
Sen. Murkowski, the ranking Republican of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today reiterated her commitment to ensuring that all those affected by the Deepwater Horizon oil spill are justly compensated by the companies responsible.
Murkowski Comments on the U.S. Arctic Interests and Ratification of the Law of the Sea Treaty
Date: 05/21/2010
Sen. Murkowski today addressed the Oceans Law and Policy Conference on how increased interest in the Arctic for national security, economic and environmental reasons has increased the need for the United States to recognize and protect its interests in the region. Murkowski offered that one way to protect U.S. interests would be for the U.S. Senate to ratify the Law of the Sea Treaty in order to have a seat at the table when making claims to portions of the Arctic.
Video courtesy of C-SPAN.
Murkowski Speaks on Offshore Oil Liability Cap
Date: 05/14/2010
Sen. Murkowski Thursday spoke on the Senate floor in favor of increasing the economic liability cap for offshore oil spills, but objected to a measure that would have taken the cap to $10 billion, which could have unintended consequences for the nations energy security.
Ask Lisa: Taxpayer funded Abortion, FDIC Insurance; Gulf Oil Disaster
Date: 05/12/2010
On the inaugural edition of Sen. Murkowski's 'Ask Lisa' webcast, Sen. Murkowski answered questions on taxpayer funded abortions, FDIC insurance limits and commented on the Gulf oil disaster. Her questions this week came from emails sent by Gary in Chugiak, Ryan in Kodiak and a Facebook question from Amanda in Anchorage.
Murkowski on Deepwater Horizon Hearing Before Senate Energy Committee
Date: 05/11/2010
Sen. Murkowski, ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, today commented on the Senate Energy Committees hearing on the Deepwater Horizon Gulf oil disaster. Murkowski said that at the hearing, BP had accepted responsibility for compensation of all legitimate claims a move that Murkowski said she hoped would be done in an expeditious manner so as not to put us in a position like we were 21 years ago when the Exxon Valdez hit the rocks.
Alaskan Named Military Spouse of the Year and Murkowski Remarks on Award
Date: 05/07/2010
Sen. Murkowski participated in an event congratulating Lori Bell of Elmendorf Air Force Base for being named the 2010 Military Spouse of the Year by Military Spouse Magazine.
Mrs. Bell herself served in the U.S. Air Force for 10 years and deployed twice. She is married to Lt. Col. Kenyon Bell of the U.S. Air Force. The Bells and their two children make their home at Elmendorf Air Force Base. In her remarks, Mrs. Bell said being recognized as the spouse of the year means she represents, over a million spouseswho are the backbones of our force. She added that being a spouse was about making our families and communities better because were all a part of it.
Murkowski, in her remarks said, I applaud you and I am so pleased that you have been recognized today for not only your accomplishments, but who you are and the support that you are for so many. It is nothing short of inspirational.
Mrs. Bell received her award on Thursday, May 07, 2010, at a ceremony in Washington, D.C.
Murkowski Criticizes Democrats Financial Regulatory Reform Bill
Date: 05/06/2010
At a news conference with four other Republican senators, Sen. Murkowski said that the Democrats financial regulatory reform bill would make it harder for Alaskans to access credit and capital, due to far-reaching impacts of the legislation on community bankers and credit unions financial players that had nothing to do with the financial crisis.
Murkowski Questions Attorney General Holder on NYC Terrorist Suspect
Date: 05/06/2010
Sen. Murkowski questioned Attorney General Eric Holder about why the suspected New York City terrorist bomber was able to get all the way onto an airplane before federal law enforcement officials apprehended him at Kennedy Airport.
Murkowski Questions Attorney General Holder on 9th U.S. Circuit Split
Date: 05/06/2010
At a Senate Appropriations subcommittee hearing, Sen. Murkowski quizzed Attorney General Eric Holder on legislation to split the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals into two circuits because of its heavy caseload and geographic dispersion.
Murkowski on Gulf Oil Disaster
Date: 05/04/2010
Sen. Murkowski, vice chair of the Senate Republican Conference, today said there would be plenty of time to assign blame in the Gulf of Mexico oil spill, but the major focus at this time should be on how we contain this devastation.
Murkowski, the ranking Republican on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, made her remarks at a weekly Senate Republican Leadership news conference.
Sen. Murkowski Raises Questions on assessing English language learners
Date: 04/29/2010
Senator Lisa Murkowski questions Superintendent Hinojosa of the Dallas Independent School District, about the complexities of assessing English language learners at a recent Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing.
Murkowski Remarks to Conference on U.S. Strategic Interests in the Arctic
Date: 04/28/2010
Sen. Murkowski today delivered remarks to a conference on the U.S. Strategic Interests in the High North hosted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) and the Norwegian Institute for Defense Studies. Sen. Murkowski was the keynote speaker at the conference and offered a congressional perspective on the challenges and opportunities in the Arctic.
May, 2010 Alaska Report - WASP Veteran Ellen Campbell of Juneau
Date: 04/26/2010
In this edition of The Alaska Report, Sen. Murkowski is joined by Ellen Campbell, of Juneau. Campbell was a member of the Women Airforce Service Pilots, or WASP, during World War II. The WASP were pioneers in the integration of women pilots into the military. In addition to Campbell, Nancy Baker and Virginia Wood, both of Fairbanks, also served as WASP. The service of these three women and all WASP veterans were recognized with the Congressional Gold Medal, the highest civilian award Congress can award to an individual. Ellen was able to travel to Washington, D.C. for the awarding of the medal and joined Sen. Murkowski to discuss her WASP service.
Murkowski Questions Defense Department Officials on Worker Classification and Local Contracting
Date: 04/23/2010
Senator Murkowski questions senior Army officials at a recent Senate Appropriations Military Construction Subcommittee hearing regarding local hire and worker misclassification in construction on Alaska Army bases.
Air Force Tells Murkowski Coal-to-Liquid Plant at Eielson Still Under Consideration
Date: 04/22/2010
A top U.S. Air Force official told Sen. Murkowski that a coal-to-liquid plant at Eielson Air Force Base is still under consideration. Murkowski questioned Assistant Secretary of the Air Force for Installations Terry Yonkers about the issue at a hearing of the Senate Appropriations Military Construction Subcommittee.
Murkowski Discusses Effects of Financial Regulatory Reform on Community Banks
Date: 04/20/2010
Sen. Murkowski said that small banks and credit unions - the backbones in providing consumer lending and credit to many communities - are worried that they may become the unintended victims of the proposed financial regulatory reform legislation that the Senate will likely take up in the near future. Murkowski made her comments at the weekly Senate Republican Leadership news conference.
Murkowski Raises Questions about Effective Teacher and Principal Mentoring.
Date: 04/16/2010
During a recent Senate HELP Committee hearing regarding teacher and principal preparation, induction, mentoring, evaluation, and effectiveness, Senator Murkowski questioned witnesses about effective teacher and principal mentoring. Following the hearing, she also shared information with her colleagues about the Alaska Statewide Mentor Project.
Murkowski Questions VA Secretary about Sending Veterans to Lower 48 for Medical Care
Date: 04/15/2010
Sen. Murkowski today questioned Department of Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki about why the VA sends so many Alaska veterans to the Lower 48 for medical procedures when those services could be purchased from providers in Alaska. Secretary Shinseki promised Sen. Murkowski that he would look into the matter and examine other options for providing veterans health care in Alaska when possible.
Sen. Murkowski at Education Committee
Date: 04/14/2010
At a recent Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee hearing, Senator Murkowski discussed the serious challenges rural school districts face in recruiting and retaining effective principals, and how the Administrations proposal to require schools to fire principals as a first resort will affect rural education with Superintendent Timothy Mitchell of Chamberlain, SD. She also questioned Dr. Robert Balfanz, nationally recognized expert in dropout prevention, about the need to provide support to young children as well as to secondary school students.
Sen. Murkowski's Remarks to the Resource Development Council
Date: 04/13/2010
While in Alaska for the Easter congressional recess, Sen. Murkowski addressed the Resouce Development Council in Anchorage on the Endangered Species Act (ESA). Sen. Murkowski discussed the concerns she has heard from constituents about the ESA and how it affects Alaska.
Video courtesy of the Resource Development Council, Anchorage.
Murkowski Presses Air Force on Case Last Year Involving Illegal Immigrants Working at Elmendorf
Date: 03/23/2010
Sen. Murkowski today pressed a senior Air Force official for details on what the service has done to close a loophole that allowed illegal immigrants to work on Elmendorf Air Force Base last year before the security breach was discovered.
Murkowski Remarks to Arctic Parliamentarians Group
Date: 03/18/2010
Today, Sen. Murkowski addressed the Standing Committee of Parliamentarians of the Arctic Region during the groups meeting in Washington.
The Conference of Arctic Parliamentarians is the larger body of legislators and NGOs from around the Arctic and the Standing Committee of Parliamentarians of the Arctic Region is the head of that body. Sen. Murkowski focused her remarks on the future of the Arctic as a shipping route and the potential for energy development and exploration.
Sen. Murkowski is the U.S. Representative to the group.
Murkowski Compares Democrats Health Care Strategy to College Basketballs March Madness
Date: 03/16/2010
Sen. Murkowski today compared the Democrats health care strategy to college basketballs March Madness. Murkowski made her comments at the weekly Senate Republican Leadership news conference.
Murkowski Critical of Efforts to Drop Yucca Mountain from List of Options on Nuclear Energy
Date: 03/16/2010
Sen. Murkowski recently spoke from the Senate floor about the U.S. Department of Energys motion to withdraw the Yucca Mountain license application.
The Alaska Report - UA System President Mark Hamilton (March 2010)
Date: 03/05/2010
In this edition of the Alaska Report, Sen. Murkowski spoke with President of the University of Alaska System Mark Hamilton. Hamilton, who has announced he will retire when a replacement is named, shared with Sen. Murkowski his reflections on the accomplishments and growth of the University system under his tenure.
Sen. Murkowski's 2010 Address to the Alaska Legislature
Date: 02/26/2010
On February 18, 2010, Sen. Murkowski delivered her annual address to the Alaska Legislature. In her remarks, Sen. Murkowski touched on a number of issues including domestic energy production, job creation, growing Alaska's economy and health care reform.
Video courtesy of KTOO.
Murkowski Comments on Obamas Conflicting Energy Policy
Date: 02/11/2010
Sen. Murkowski today spoke on the Senate floor on the disconnect between President Obamas remarks on energy during his State of the Union Addresss and the priorities indicated in hisbudget request.
Sen. Murkowski Pays Tribute to Alaskan Bill Demmert
Date: 02/01/2010
On February 01, 2010, Sen. Murkowski spoke from the Senate floor and paid tribute to Dr. Bill Demmert who passed away on January 19, 2010. Dr. Demmert grew up in Southeast Alaska, and was Commissioner of the Department of Education and Early Development under Governor Steve Cowper, a founding member of the National Indian Education Association (NIEA), a lead writer of the Indian Education Act, and an internationally recognized expert on issues related to Indian education, especially Native language immersion.
Sen. Murkowski featured on Fox News about Special Olympics
Date: 02/01/2010
Sen. Murkowski recently met with Jacob Kerr, a young Alaskan from Anchorage who was in Washington as part of the Special Olympics' Capitol Hill day. Jacob, who was accompanied by his father, was lobbying members of Congress to support the Eunice Kennedy Shriver Act, which would provide funding for the Special Olympics Program. In his meeting with Sen. Murkowski Jacob was joined by Joe Jonas of the Jonas Brothers music group. Sen. Murkowski was part of a Fox News story about Jonas' advocacy for the Special Olympics program.
Sen. Murkowski's Reaction to President Obama's State of the Union Address
Date: 01/27/2010
Following President Barack Obama's State of the Union address, Sen. Murkowski gave her reaction to the speech. Sen. Murkowski spoke about how she was especially listening for references the President made to energy development, including the expansion of nuclear energy and how he aims to create jobs.
Murkowski Urges Obama to Focus State of the Union Address on Jobs and Easing Unemployment
Date: 01/26/2010
Sen. Murkowski today urged President Obama to focus his State of the Union remarks on Wednesday night on job creation and ways to bring down the 10 percent national unemployment rate. Murkowski made her remarks at a weekly Republican leadership news conference
Murkowski Floor Statement on her EPA Disapproval Resolution
Date: 01/21/2010
Sen. Murkowski, the ranking Republican on the Senate Energy Committee today introduced a bipartisan disapproval resolution to stop the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from regulating greenhouse gas emissions under the Clean Air Act.
Sen. Murkowskis resolution co-sponsored by 35 Republicans and three Democrats comes in the wake of the EPAs recent endangerment finding, which will result in damaging new regulations that endanger Americas economy.
Sen. Murkowski said EPA regulation could force businesses being regulated to cut jobs or close their doors for good; severely restrict domestic energy production, increase our dependence on foreign energy suppliers and threaten our national security; make housing less affordable; and make consumer goods more expensive.
Comments on EPA Amendment from January 20, 2010 Presser.
Murkowski Comments on Recent Trip to Afghanistan and Pakistan
Date: 01/12/2010
Sen. Murkowski joined Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell of Kentucky and two other senators at a news conference in the U.S. Capitol to discuss their recent trip to Afghanistan and Pakistan. The lawmakers left Wednesday, January 6, 2010, and returned to Washington, Monday, January 11, 2010, traveling some 15,000 miles across 10 time zones.
The lawmakers met with top political and military leaders in both countries and traveled to U.S. and allied forward operating bases in Afghanistans Helmand Province, where they met with U.S. Brigadier General Lawrence Nicholson, Commanding General of the 2d Marine Expeditionary Brigade.
Besides Murkowski and McConnell, the other lawmakers on the trip were Sens. Mike Crapo of Idaho, Roger Wicker of Mississippi and Congressman Michael Castle of Delaware.
Murkowski Floor Speech on Democrats' Health Care Bill
Date: 12/22/2009
Sen. Murkowski spoke from the Senate floor about how the Democrats' health care reform bill currently being debated will negativley affect Alaskans.
Murkowski Floor Statement on Pending Health Care Legislation, EPA and Federal Spending
Date: 12/18/2009
Sen. Murkowski delivered a floor speech today in which she touched on several issues, including out of control federal spending, the EPAs back-door climate tax and the Democrats ill-conceived health care bill. Murkowski said the health care bill would increase taxes on small businesses and individuals, cut nearly a half trillion dollars from Medicare and increase insurance premiums.
Murkowski Comments on Proposed Senate Veto of EPA Regulations
Date: 12/17/2009
Sen. Murkowski, the ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, spoke today on her intention to introduce a joint disapproval resolution to block the Environmental Protection Agency from imposing a back-door climate tax on Americans.
Murkowski Seeks to Halt EPA Endangerment of U.S. Economy
Date: 12/14/2009
Sen. Murkowski today announced her intention to file a disapproval resolution to stop the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) from regulating greenhouse gas emissions under the Clean Air Act.
Murkowski Says Democrats' Health Care Bill Doesn't Solve Medicare Access Problem in Alaska
Date: 12/14/2009
Sen. Murkowski said today that she has been contacted by an Anchorage family practice doctor who is opting out of treating Medicare patients, citing the Democrats health care bill under consideration in the Senate.
Citing ISER Study, Murkowski Says Democrats Health Care Bill Would Be Poor Fit for Alaska
Date: 12/05/2009
Citing a University of Alaska Anchorage analysis of the Democrats health care bill in the Senate Sen. Murkowski said today that nearly 28,000 Alaskans would see their health care premiums rise under the Democrats health care proposal now under debate on the Senate floor.
Murkowski Introduces Amendment to Keep Government Out of Health Care Coverage Decisions
Date: 12/02/2009
Sen. Murkowski has introduced an amendment to the Senate health care bill that would ensure patience receive doctor recommendations for what preventive health services their health insurance plan should cover without interference from government appointed advisers. During her remarks, Sen. Murkowski discussed her amendment with Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) Committee Chairman Mike Enzi, R-Wyoming.
Murkowski Comments on Proposed Medicare Cuts in Democrats Senate Health Care Bill
Date: 12/01/2009
Sen. Lisa Murkowski, Vice Chair of the Senate Republican Conference, spoke about the proposed Medicare cuts in the Democrats health care bill currently under debate in the Senate. Sen. Murkowski made her remarks at a weekly leadership press conference.
Murkowski Floor Speech on Democrats' Health Care Proposal
Date: 11/20/2009
Sen. Murkowski spoke from the floor of the Senate on her concerns about the Democrat health care proposal currently being debated in the U.S. Senate.
Murkowski Speaks Against Democrats Health Care Bill at Republican Leadership News Conference
Date: 11/20/2009
Sen. Murkowski today spoke against the Democrats health care bill being debated in the Senate. Sen. Murkowski made her remarks at a press conference with other members of Senate Republican Leadership as well as the ranking Republican members of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) and Finance Committees.
Murkowski Comments on Senate Health Care Bill Introduced by Democrats
Date: 11/19/2009
Sen. Murkowski today commented on the health care bill unveiled this week by Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid. Sen. Murkowski raised concerns about the bill which will raise taxes, make cuts to Medicare, boost health insurance premiums, increase payroll taxes and create a new federally run health insurance program.
Sen. Murkowski Comments on Senate Democrat Health Care Reform Efforts
Date: 11/17/2009
Sen. Murkowski, Vice Chair of the Senate Republican Conference, spoke at the weekly Republican leadership news conference on Democrat health care reform efforts. Senate Democrats said today that they planned to hold a test vote soon on Senate health care legislation.
The Alaska Report - Alaska Artifacts from the Library of Congress
Date: 10/29/2009
In this edition of the Alaska Report, Librarian of Congress, Dr. James Billington guides Sen. Murkowski through a portion of the Librarys expansive collection of Alaska maps, letters, photos and even some video and audio files. Some of the items featured include an old fire insurance map of my Ketchikan from 1914 and the original drawings for St. Michael's Cathedral in Sitka.
Sen. Murkowski Addresses the 2009 Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) Convention
Date: 10/26/2009
On Friday, October 23, 2009, Sen. Murkowski addressed the annual Alaska Federation of Native Convention in Anchorage. Sen. Murkowski's speech was part of her weekend spent attending the AFN and meeting with convention attendees.
Murkowski Talks about Impact of Democrat Health Care Proposals on Women
Date: 10/20/2009
Sen. Murkowski said today that women across America are paying attention to the health care reform debate because they are often the ones tending to the doctors bills and making medical appointments for their families.
Murkowski, Vice Chair of the Senate Republican Conference, said that the Democrat health care proposals before Congress would, if enacted, raise taxes, increase insurance premiums and cut Medicare. One of the Senate health care reform bills would cut Medicare by a half trillion dollars over 10 years.
Sen. Murkowski Appears on C-Span's 'Newsmakers' to Talk Energy
Date: 10/19/2009
Sen. Murkowski recently appeared on C-Span's Newsmakers program to discuss energy issues coming before the U.S. Senate. The program aired on Sunday, October 18, 2009, and lasts about 30 minutes.
The video beings at the 2:34 mark.
Murkowski Leads Alaska Day Tour of her Washington, D.C. Office
Date: 10/19/2009
In celebration of Alaska Day 2009, Sen. Murkowski invites you to take a video tour of her office.
Sending greetings from her Washington D.C. office, Murkowski shares with viewers some of the Alaska art on loan to her office, as well as some personal items from Alaska that are of special significance.
On her tour, Sen. Murkowski guides visitors through her office as they see a Tlingit carving entitled Raven Steals the Sun, a totem pole on loan from Sealaska and some Alaska Native dolls belonging to Sen. Murkowski. Also on the tour is Walter, a 63 lbs king salmon Sen. Murkowski caught while fishing on the Kenai in July 2006.
Sen. Murkowski on KTVA's 'View from The Hill."
Date: 10/15/2009
Sen. Murkowski appeared on KTVA's (CBS-11, Anchorage) 'View from The Hill with Matt Felling' - a weekly conversation with Alaska's senators.
This week, Sen. Murkowski spoke with Matt on the Senate Finance Committee's health care proposal, the war in Afghanistan, and outer continental shelf (OCS) drilling.
Video courtesy of KTVA.
Murkowski Comments on Senate Finance Committee Health Proposal
Date: 10/14/2009
Sen. Murkowski commented on the Senate Finance Committees proposed health care measure voted out of committee this week. Sen. Murkowski, Vice Chair of the Senate Republican Conference, made her remarks at the weekly Republican leadership news conference.
Murkowski Comments on ATG Retirement Benefit Issue
Date: 10/07/2009
Sen. Murkowski today commented on the news that congressional conferees approved a Defense Authorization bill that would restore retirement benefits for Alaska Territorial Guard (ATG) members.
Murkowski Appeals to President Obama on Alaska Territorial Guard Retirement Benefits
Date: 10/01/2009
Sen. Murkowski today called on President Obama to show some heart and do the right thing regarding the proposed restoration of military retirement benefits to some two dozen Alaska Territorial Guard members whose World War II service in the ATG was considered active duty service until the Defense Department reversed its position on the matter earlier this year.
Sen. Murkowski Comments on Boxer-Kerry Bill
Date: 09/30/2009
Sen. Lisa Murkowski today commented on cap and trade legislation being introduced in the Senate by Sens. Barbara Boxer, D-California, and John Kerry, D-Massachusetts. In her comments, Sen. Murkowski raised concerns about the overall costs of the legislation in addition to a lack of details in the proposal.
Murkowski Offers Amendment on EPA Regulation of Carbon Dioxide
Date: 09/24/2009
Sen. Murkowski, the ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee spoke today from the Senate floor seeking a vote on her amendment to the Interior and Environment Appropriations bill. Sen. Murkowski's amendment would have prohibited the Environmental Protection Agency from racing ahead of Congress to regulate stationary sources of carbon dioxide, but was blocked by Senate Democratic leaders.
Kodiak Video Town Hall on Health Care
Date: 09/24/2009
On September 14, 2009, Sen. Murkowski held a video town hall meeting on health care with residents in Kodiak. The meeting runs about one hour.
Murkowski Urges Senate Not to Rush Health Care Legislation to Meet an Arbitrary Deadline
Date: 09/22/2009
Sen. Lisa Murkowski today urged the Senate to slow down its consideration of health care reform legislation and take the time to get it right. Sen. Murkowski made her remarks at the weekly leadership press conference.
Murkowski Says Public Concerned about a Tsunami of Government Intrusion
Date: 09/15/2009
Sen. Murkowski spoke about increasing public concern about Democrat health care proposals and federal spending that has caused the national debt to swell by trillions of dollars. Murkowski, vice chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, made her remarks at a Republican leadership news conference.
Anchorage Town Hall on Health Care
Date: 08/26/2009
Sen. Lisa Murkowski held a town hall meeting on health care in Anchorage on August 20, 2009. CSPAN was on hand in Anchorage to record the event for later broadcast. Sen. Murkowski's Anchorage town hall meeting was part of C-SPANs coverage of town hall meetings being held across the country during the August Congressional recess. Sen. Murkowski's town hall lasts about two hours.
The Alaska Report - Second Session Summer Interns
Date: 08/25/2009
In this edition of the Alaska Report, Senator Murkowski welcomes the second groups of her summer interns, taking their questions on a wide range of issues. Senator Murkowski hosts two groups of summer interns - one in June and one in July. Senator Murkowski's interns have the opportunity to complete research and writing tasks, and also spend time shadowing the Senator to meetings and hearings around the Capitol.
Murkowski Speaks on Sotomayor Nomination
Date: 08/05/2009
Sen. Murkowski addressed the Senate about her intent to vote against the nomination of Judge Sonia Sotomayor to the United States Supreme Court.
Murkowski Pays Tribute to Lu Young
Date: 08/03/2009
Sen. Murkowski payed tribute to Lu Young, wife of Alaska's Congressman Don Young, from the Senate following her sudden passing.
Murkowski Comments on Committee Vote on Democrats' Health Care Bill
Date: 07/15/2009
Sen. Murkowski voted against a Democrat health care reform bill that was approved by the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee (HELP) on a party line vote. Following the vote, Republican members of the Senate HELP Committee held a press conference to outline their concerns with the bill.
Murkowski on Kensington Mine, Legislation to Fix No Child Left Behind
Date: 07/09/2009
Sen. Murkowski has introduced legislation designed to amend the No Child Left Behind Act (NCLB) in order to address the challenges Alaska faces in complying with NCLB. Murkowski introduced a bill that will provide flexibility to educators and parents throughout Alaska to improve the educational opportunities for Alaska students.
In addition, Murkowski commented on the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals lifting its injunction regarding the Kensington gold mines tailings permit.
Murkowski Appears on Nightly Business Report Discussing Climate Change
Date: 07/08/2009
On June 23, 2009, Senator Murkowski appeared on the PBS program, the 'Nightly Business Report' to discuss climate change and the impact it may have on the economy.
Murkowski Elected to Senate Leadership
Date: 06/25/2009
Sen. Murkowski was elected unanimously by her fellow Republican senators Vice Chairman of the Senate Republican Conference, the fifth-highest party leadership position in the United States Senate. As Vice Chairman of the Republican Conference, Sen. Murkowski will be responsible for helping to craft party message, policy and strategy.
The Alaska Report - Murkowski Senate Interns
Date: 06/22/2009
In this edition of the Alaska Report, Senator Murkowski welcomes the first of two groups of her summer interns, taking their questions on a wide range of issues. Senator Murkowski hosts two groups of summer interns - one in June and one in July. Senator Murkowski's interns have the opportunity to complete research and writing tasks, and also spend time shadowing the Senator to meetings and hearings around the Capitol. Senator Murkowski will feature her second intern group in an upcoming Alaska Report.
Murkowski Remarks on Bipartisan Menu Labeling Compromise
Date: 06/10/2009
Sen. Murkowski today, joined by Sens. Harkin and Carper, discussed a bill that would require some restaurants to disclose the number of calories per menu item. The bill would also require some restaurants to make available to customers, upon request, additional nutritional information including total calories, calories from fat and cholesterol. A press release with more details will be available shortly on Sen. Murkowskis website, on the homepage.
Murkowski Discusses Alaska Gas Pipeline
Date: 06/08/2009
Sen. Murkowski addresses the flap over an Alaska gas pipeline and discusses pipeline friendly provisions that will be part of a comprehensive energy bill that's expected to pass the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee as early as this week.
Murkowski Urges Obama Administration to Expand the Role of Nuclear Power
Date: 06/01/2009
As the ranking Republican on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, Senator Murkowski has urged the Obama administration to expand the role of nuclear power in its energy strategy. Murkowski made her remarks in a Senate floor speech as energy committee members in the Senate and the House of Representatives seek to craft new energy legislation. The administration has been resistant to supporting increased nuclear power plant construction to help meet the nations energy needs.
Murkowski Discusses Her Prince William Sound Escort Vessel Legislation
Date: 05/15/2009
Sen. Murkowski has introduced legislation that would require all tankers transporting oil in Prince William Sound be escorted by at least two towing vessels, as has been the practice for the past 20 years.
Murkowski Speaks on Arctic Policy to Senate Foreign Relations Committee
Date: 05/05/2009
Senator Murkowski addresses the Senate Foreign Relations Committee calling for a ramping up of Americas polar icebreaker capabilities and urging the Committee to support ratification of the Law of the Sea Treaty.
Murkowski Joins in Introducing U.S. Ferry Systems Investment Act of 2009
Date: 04/30/2009
Senator Murkowski and Sen. Murray, D-Washington, introduced the U.S. Ferry Systems Investment Act of 2009. This legislation would invest $200 million annually in funding for ferry systems across the country, including Alaska, beginning in Fiscal Year 2010.
Murkowski appears on NBC Nightly News to discuss dismissal of charges against Sen. Stevens.
Date: 04/02/2009
Senator Murkowski appeared on the NBC Nightly News to discuss the dismissal of charges against Stevens.
Murkowski appears on Fox to discuss dismissal of charges against Sen. Stevens.
Date: 04/02/2009
Senator Murkowski appeared on Fox to discuss the dismissal of charges against Stevens.
Murkowski Comments on Dismissal of Charges Against Former Senator Stevens
Date: 04/01/2009
Senator Murkowski comments on the Justice Department decision to drop charges against former senator Ted Stevens.
Murkowski Questions HHS Secretary-Nominee Sebelius on Medicare
Date: 03/31/2009
Senator Murkowski has received a commitment from Health & Human Services Secretary-nominee Kathleen Sebelius to work on improving access to Medicare providers for Alaska's Medicare recipients.
Murkowski to Introduce Bill Creating a National Volcano Monitoring System
Date: 03/30/2009
Senator Murkowski will introduce legislation to establish a national volcano monitoring system that includes the Alaska Volcano Observatory (AVO) in Anchorage and Fairbanks.
Murkowski questions NRDC on carbon emission reduction goal without increases of nuclear power.
Date: 03/19/2009
In a recent hearing of the Energy and Natural Resources Committee, Senator Murkowski, the ranking Republican on the committee, asked Thomas Cochran of the Natural Resources Defense Council whether the U.S. could achieve President Obama's carbon emission reduction goal of 83 percent by midcentury without increases of nuclear power generation.
Murkowski Congratulates Lance Mackey and his Team on Winning Iditarod
Date: 03/19/2009
Senator Murkowski spoke from the Senate floor congratulating Lance Mackey on his third, consecutive win in the Iditarod Trail Dog Sled Race.
Murkowski Warns Against Complacency Following Exxon Valdez Spill
Date: 03/17/2009
Despite significant improvements in the prevention and management of oil spills, Sen. Lisa Murkowski warned against becoming complacent with the progress made since the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill disaster.
Senator Murkowski Delivers Her Annual Address to the Alaska State Legislature (Pt. 1)
Date: 03/10/2009
On February 19, 2009, Senator Murkowski delivered her annual address to the Alaska State Legislature where she spoke about the work being done in Washington for all of Alaska.
This is segment one of four.
Senator Murkowski Delivers Her Annual Address to the Alaska State Legislature (Pt. 2)
Date: 03/10/2009
On February 19, 2009, Senator Murkowski delivered her annual address to the Alaska State Legislature where she spoke about the work being done in Washington for all of Alaska.
This is segment two of four.
Senator Murkowski Delivers Her Annual Address to the Alaska State Legislature (Pt. 3)
Date: 03/10/2009
On February 19, 2009, Senator Murkowski delivered her annual address to the Alaska State Legislature where she spoke about the work being done in Washington for all of Alaska.
This is segment three of four.
Senator Murkowski Delivers Her Annual Address to the Alaska State Legislature (Pt. 4)
Date: 03/10/2009
On February 19, 2009, Senator Murkowski delivered her annual address to the Alaska State Legislature where she spoke about the work being done in Washington for all of Alaska.
This is segment four of four.
Murkowski introduces ANWR directional drilling legislation
Date: 02/27/2009
Senator Murkowski has introduced legislation that would allow the use of advanced directional drilling to tap the vast energy potential of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge coastal plain without disturbing the unique characteristics of the area.
Senator Murkowski Introduces D.C. Voting Rights Constitutional Amendment
Date: 02/26/2009
Senator Lisa Murkowski today proposed a constitutional amendment that could lead to a first-ever voting House seat for residents of the District of Columbia.
Senator Murkowski Responds to President Obama's Address to Congress
Date: 02/25/2009
Senator Lisa Murkowski issued her reaction following President Obama's address to a joint session of Congress.
Senator Murkowski delivers Republican response to President's weekly radio address
Date: 02/13/2009
Senator Lisa Murkowski was selected by Congressional leadership to deliver the Republican response to the President's weekly radio address on Saturday, February 14. Senator Murkowski spoke out against the Democrats stimulus bill
Senator Murkowski speaks from the Senate floor on the stimulus bill
Date: 02/13/2009
In a Senate floor speech on February 13, Senator Murkowski spoke about the energy provisions of the stimulus bill, saying they were not timely, targeted or temporary. Senator Murkowski opposes the legislation.
Senator Murkowski comments on $900 billion stimulus bill
Date: 02/04/2009
Senator Murkowski questions the $900 billion stimulus bill saying it's an attempt to satisfy all interests and questions whether it would stimulate the economy.
Senator Murkowski's CBS Interview on Exxon Valdez Oil Spil
Date: 02/03/2009
Senator Murkowski is interviewed by the CBS Evening News regarding the pay-out to victims of the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill in Prince William Sound, Alaska
Senator Murkowski fights for Alaska Territorial Guard retirement pay
Date: 01/23/2009
Thursday January 22, 2009
Senator Murkowski fights for Alaska Territorial Guard retirement pay.
Senator Murkowski questions Secretary-desginate Clinton on Arctic policy
Date: 01/13/2009
Senator Murkowski today questioned Secretary of State-designate Hillary Clinton on Arctic policy and the Law of the Sea Treaty.
Senator Murkowski calls on Congress and the Obama Administration to implement new Arctic policy
Date: 01/13/2009
Senator Murkowski calls on Congress and the Obama Administration to implement new Arctic policy.
Senator Murkowski Advocates For Domestic Energy Production
Date: 01/12/2009
Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) urges Congress to help lower gas prices and build on previous efforts at conservation and energy efficiency by investing in environmentally-safe energy production.
Senator Murkowski recognize Senator Stevens' service to Alaska
Date: 01/09/2009
Senator Murkowski recognizes Senator Stevens' service to Alaska.
