Murkowski Morning Meeting For Tuesday, May 13, 2014

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U.S. Senate Events:

“Mission Creep” at the U.S. Geological Survey

Alaskan Impact: The USGS oversees a number of important missions in Alaska, including earthquake and volcano monitoring, and flood and hydrology programs – tasks that have taken a backseat in recent years in the agency’s list of budget priorities. The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee today considered the nomination of Dr. Suzette M. Kimball, to be Director of the U.S. Geological Survey, and Senator Murkowski shared her concerns, especially after feeling Saturday’s 5.54 earthquake in Alaska.

5:30am AKDT

Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee Hearing

Topic: “To Consider Pending Nominations”

Witnesses:

• Dr. Suzette M. Kimball, Nominee, United States Geological Survey

(click image to view Senator’s remarks)

Sen Murkowski: You are moving your focus away from Alaskans’ safety and well-being.

Watch full recording of hearing by clicking here.