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We must remove harmful government regulations and unnecessary litigation, and begin to develop a comprehensive plan for Alaska’s energy future. Alaska’s energy and economic futures are mutually dependant, because cheap energy brings with it increase...
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The current budget situation is critical and the numbers are unfathomable. If left unchanged, over the next several years we will add trillions more in annual deficits to our already staggering debt and tens of trillions of dollars in unfunded liabil...
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Without adequately providing for the defense of our nation, the U.S. will cease to be the beacon of freedom we are today. In these times of global threats—be it a resurgent Russia, a growing Chinese military, an unpredictable North Korea, or Islamic...
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As a former teacher, I am committed to ensuring that our nation’s children are provided with the best education possible. I strongly believe that all children have a right to study in safe and productive learning environments and that America has a ...
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Overregulation by our federal agencies continues to harm and threaten our economy. Many estimate compliance costs for this red tape range from hundreds of billions of dollars to more than two trillion. This burden serves to stifle job creation as wel...
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Said quite simply, America must become energy independent. We have no other choice unless we are prepared to continue financing foreign governments. But the good news is that we have the ability to, and that Alaska can lead the way. While U.S. depend...
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The Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conservation and Management Act (MSA), initially passed in 1976 and most recently reauthorized in 2006, was created to promote the conservation and management of U.S. fishery resources and ensure sustainable domestic fish...
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Alaska is the focal point in the global warming debate. I do not challenge that climate change is occurring, but the central question awaiting an answer is to what extent man-made emissions are responsible for this change. Contrary to popular opinion...
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Looking for information about what government services will be available during a partial government shutdown? Please see some frequently asked questions and answers below. Military and National Security Would active-duty m...
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I believe the Second Amendment is a critical part of our Constitution and our nation’s history, which must be protected. As a board member of the National Rifle Association, I oppose the assault weapon ban and federal registration of guns. In respon...
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America’s medical practices and healthcare providers are constantly improving, as evidenced by our nation’s steady increase in average life expectancy. As Alaskans and Americans live longer, the demand for qualified health providers will continue to ...
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The United States has provided countless nationalities a refuge to pursue a better life by regularly granting asylum or permitting various immigrants the opportunity to become American citizens. This country is a nation of former immigrants whose an...
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At the beginning of the 112th Congress I was named the Chairman for the Subcommittee on Indian and Alaska Native Affairs, a revived subcommittee within the House Natural Resources Committee. I urged that the renewal of this subcommittee was central t...
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I believe improving Indian Health Care is an important issue, which is why I have helped introduce the Indian Health Care Improvement Act in the past several Congresses. This bill would revise the previous Indian Health Care Improvement Act (IHCIA) ...
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H.R. 1, the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act was not a stimulus bill; it was a vehicle for pet projects. It was done by cover of night, without ANY input from the other side of the aisle, and without full disclosure to the American people. In f...
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I believe that the best way to strengthen our economy is to reduce the tax burden on the taxpayers whenever possible. Hardworking Alaskans and American families nationwide have been affected by economic hardships in recent years and I do not believe ...
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Over the last 40 years, I have worked tirelessly to address the crucial infrastructure needs throughout our great state. Before being elected to public office, I saw firsthand the problems we had with a lack of infrastructure as a tug and barge opera...
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I am proud that Alaska has more veterans per-capita than any other state. I believe the men and women who fought for our country deserve the health care and benefits they were promised. Cutting veteran benefits and increasing health care costs is no...
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