WASHINGTON, D.C. – Continuing their fight against genetically engineered salmon, Alaskan Congressman Don Young along with Rep. Mike Thompson (D-CA) and Rep. Jared Huffman (D-CA) today introduced H.R. 1667, the Prevention of Escapement of Genetically Altered Salmon in the United States (PEGASUS) Act, aimed at keeping genetically engineered (GE) fish off the nation’s dinner plates and away from our ... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Alaskan Congressman Don Young participated today in an Alaska Delegation organized Congressional briefing on maritime boundary line enforcement that highlighted Alaska’s unique geographical location and role in the boundary line enforcement mission. Ambassador David Balton, Deputy Assistant Secretary for Oceans and Fisheries, U.S. Coast Guard Commander Daniel Schaeffer, Chief of... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Alaskan Congressman Don Young released the following statement today after the Obama Administration issued the final implementation plan for the National Oceans Policy: “From the very beginning, I have voiced my opposition to this red taped monstrosity the Administration calls a National Ocean Policy. Through hearings, in both Washington D.C. and Anchorage, and in meetings with ... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Alaskan Congressman Don Young released the following statement in support of President Obama’s request for $2.5 million to conduct the first federally-sponsored plebiscite in Puerto Rico history: “In November 2012, the people of Puerto Rico took a significant step forward. In a local plebiscite, 54 percent of voters rejected the current territory status and more voters expressed... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Alaskan Congressman Don Young released the following statement regarding ConocoPhillips decision to not move forward with its offshore exploration plans in the Chukchi Sea in 2014: "It is unfortunate that ConocoPhillips will delay exploration in the Chukchi Sea next year. While I am confident that ConocoPhillips can and will responsibly drill in the Arctic, today’s announcement ... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Alaskan Congressman Don Young issued the following statement this afternoon regarding the release of President Obama’s budget for Fiscal Year 2014: “Despite the fact that the President took two extra months to prepare a budget proposal, it appears to be more of the same tax and spend agenda we have seen from President Obama over the past four years. If it didn’t work the first f... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – With negotiations over comprehensive immigration reform continuing over the Easter state work period, Alaska’s Congressional Delegation is weighing in on the matter in a letter (attached) to leaders in both chambers, citing Alaska’s historic commitment to diversity and inclusion as the spirit to be kept in mind as the process moves forward. Leading with an allusion to Elizabeth ... Read more »
JUNEAU, AK - Alaskan Congressman Don Young released the following statement regarding an interview on Ketchikan radio earlier this week: "I apologize for the insensitive term I used during an interview in Ketchikan, Alaska. There was no malice in my heart or intent to offend; it was a poor choice of words. That word, and the negative attitudes that come with it, should be left in the 20th century,... Read more »
JUNEAU, AK – Alaskan Congressman Don Young released the following statement regarding a comment he made during a radio interview with KRBD in Ketchikan, Alaska: “During a sit down interview with Ketchikan Public Radio this week, I used a term that was commonly used during my days growing up on a farm in Central California. I know that this term is not used in the same way nowadays and I meant no d... Read more »
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Alaskan Congressman Don Young has introduced the Hydrographic Services Improvement Act Amendments of 2013, legislation aimed at furthering America’s knowledge of the nation’s coasts, shipping routes, and waterways – with an added emphasis on the Arctic - through research and surveys. “Hydrographic surveys are an essential part of maritime safety, economic and environmental effor... Read more »
