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Site takes playing politics up a notchBy Eric PfeifferTHE WASHINGTON TIMESPublished January 16, 2007 Fantasy leagues aren't just for football anymore. True political junkies can now create their own dream team of lawmakers and compete with fellow enthusiasts over who can pick the most successful team. "Fantasy Congress," dreamed up last year by four students at Claremont McKenna College in Claremo... Read more »

Congressman for all Alaska Don Young voted today in opposition to the Medicare Prescription Drug Price Negotiation Act of 2007 (H.R 4). This bill amends part D of title XVIII of the Social Security Act to require the Secretary of Health and Human Services to negotiate lower covered part D drug prices on behalf of Medicare beneficiaries. "I strongly opposed this legislation because I feel that the... Read more »

Congressman for all Alaska Don Young voted today in support of (H.R. 3) the Stem Cell Research Enhancement Act of 2007. This bill amends the Public Health Service Act to provide for human embryonic stem cell research. This bill passed by a vote of 253 to 174. "I understand that some people may view this as contrary to my pro-life position, but I would disagree," said Congressman Young. "The embry... Read more »

Congressman for all Alaska Don Young voted today in support of H.R. 2 the Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2007. This bill amends the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 to provide for an increase in the Federal minimum wage from $5.15 to $7.25 over the next 26 months. This is the first increase in over 10 years. This bill passed by a vote of 315 to 116. "I supported an increase in the federal minimum wage ... Read more »

Congressman for all Alaska Don Young today voted in opposition to the 9/11 Commission Recommendations Act of 2007. Mr. Young had this to say about the legislation: "I have deep reservations about this bill. Our nation’s security is a critical issue; I feel it is the exclusive responsibility of the Government of the United States to ensure the security of the American people. This responsibility... Read more »

The Alaska Congressional Delegation today announced that federal agencies have awarded a series of funding grants to Alaska groups and communities. The grants total over $2 million. U.S. Department of Transportation – Federal Transit Administration (FTA) The FTA has awarded a $74,388 grant to the Fairbanks North Star Boroughs’ Job Access and Reverse Commute program. These funds will provide p... Read more »

Congressman for All Alaska Don Young was sworn in today for his 18th term as Alaska’s sole representative. This swearing in ceremony marked the beginning of the 110th Congress of the United States. The oath was administered by the new Democratic and first female Speaker of the House, Nancy Pelosi. Congressman Young begins the 110th Congress as third ranked Republican and seventh ranked member o... Read more »

Congressman for all Alaska Don Young today made the following statement concerning Alaska’s 48th Statehood Anniversary: "I would like to congratulate the State of Alaska on 48 years of being what Alaskans call the Last Frontier," said Congressman Young earlier this afternoon. "When I reflect back on the book, The Call of the Wild, I relive my fond memories of what caused me to make Alaska my ho... Read more »

Congressman for All Alaska Don Young today announced some of his legislative accomplishments for the year that greatly benefited the state of Alaska. "I was pleased to accomplish many of the legislative goals and priorities set for the state this past year," said Congressman Young. There were some unforeseen situations like Hurricane Katrina and Rita that superseded and redefined our nation’s l... Read more »

Alaska Congressman Don Young was selected today to serve as the Ranking Member of the House Resources Committee for the 110th Congress. Young, who served as Chairman of the Resources Committee from 1995-2001, was elected to serve as the Ranking Member by the House Republican Conference. Young is currently Chairman of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. "As Alaska’s only Congressman... Read more »