Murkowski Votes to Confirm General James Mattis as Defense Secretary
Today U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) released the following statement after voting in favor of Retired General James N. Mattis as Secretary of Defense: “Every indication suggests that General Mattis will make an outstanding Secretary of Defense. His leadership style is revered among our troops and veterans, and he is very knowledgeable about the issues […]
Major Defense Bill Heading to President
Today U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) cast her vote in support of the final version of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), legislation designed to keep our nation safe from enemies and provide support for our troops and their families. The bill passed in a vote of 92-7 and now heads to the President’s desk. […]
Long-Term Sanctions for Iran Heading to President’s Desk
Today U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) voted in favor of the Iran Sanctions Extensions Act, a ten-year extension of existing sanctions against Iran. The bill lays out powerful restrictions related to energy, defense, and Iran’s nuclear and missile activities. It works to deny Iran the resources to support terrorism and develop weapons of mass destruction. […]
Senate Passes Continuing Resolution, Funds Military Construction Programs for Alaska
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) released the following statement after voting for the continuing resolution (H.R. 5325) that passed the Senate, 72-26: “By passing the continuing resolution today, we have avoided an unnecessary government shutdown, which would have harmed individuals, families, and businesses across the nation. And we provided funding to […]
Murkowski Shares Alaskans’ Concerns Over Northern Edge with U.S. Navy
In response to hearing the concerns of coastal Alaskans about the timing and potential impacts of the Navy’s involvement in the Northern Edge 2017 joint military exercise, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) wrote a letter (attached) to Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus urging the Navy to connect with concerned Alaskan communities moving forward. Murkowski […]
Alaska Delegation Praises F-35 Progress
ANCHORAGE, AK – Today the Alaska Congressional Delegation released the following statements after the U.S. Air Force announced that the first F-35A squadron capable of handling a range of combat missions, known as Initial Operating Capability (IOC), is now ready. IOC demonstrates the confidence the Air Force has in the F-35 program and their success in […]
Anchorage Chamber: Make it Monday
*As prepared, not delivered I would like to thank the Chamber for your tireless work on behalf of businesses across our state, our families and the fundamental principles that make America exceptional. And it is great to be home; for Alaska is certainly the most exceptional state in our nation and I am honored every […]
Murkowski to Speak at Anchorage Chamber of Commerce’s “Make it Monday” Forum
WASHINGTON, D.C. – On Monday, July 25th, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski will speak at the Anchorage Chamber of Commerce’s “Make it Monday” Forum. Senator Murkowski will provide a legislative update focusing on the delegation’s work in Washington, D.C.. Murkowski will focus on the military investments coming to Alaska that will not only create thousands of […]
Fairbanks Daily News-Miner: Congressional conference committee funds $295 million in Eielson F-35 construction
FAIRBANKS — A congressional conference committee fully funded the military’s request for $295 million in new Eielson Air Force Base construction Wednesday, restoring the $82 million F-35 weather shelter that the House of Representatives had cut from the budget. The 2017 budget bill funds many of the facilities that will be used for the new […]
Murkowski Applauds Final Passage of Major Defense Bill
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today S.2943, the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), was passed by the Senate in a vote of 85-13. This legislation outlines defense priorities to defend our homeland, and support our troops and their families around the world. “With the very real threats around the world, this is one of the most important […]