Dan Sullivan
U.S. Senator · Alaska · Republican
Statements and posts
197 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Sullivan Demands Change to New Etsy Policy That Would Ban Sale of Alaska Native Fur Handicrafts
Sullivan demanded Etsy reconsider policy banning Alaska Native fur handicrafts sales.
“For thousands of years, Alaska Native people have sustainably harvested wildlife and created clothing, handicrafts, and artwork”
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Alaska Delegation Celebrates First Oil from Pikka Development
Celebrated first oil production from Pikka development on Alaska's North Slope.
“The Pikka project, Alaska’s largest oil development in more than 20 years, is over a decade in the making”
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ICYMI: Alaska Press Highlights Marine Corps’ Expanded Presence in the Last Frontier
Announced U.S. Marine Corps expansion in Alaska including rotational forces and reserve presence.
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Sullivan Announces Expanded Marine Corps Presence in Alaska to Strengthen Arctic Readiness
Welcomed Marine Corps expansion in Alaska to strengthen Arctic military readiness and training.
“For nearly a decade, I have been working to increase the United States Marine Corps’ presence in Alaska, and today’s announcement is a major milestone in that effort”
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Introduced legislation to convey Geese House Site to Alaska Native corporation Doyon, Limited.
“For decades, Doyon worked to resolve the status of the Geese House Site, an area of great cultural and spiritual significance to the Athabascan people”
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Delegation Secures Federal Funding for Ports Across Alaska
Alaska delegation secured $115.4 million in federal funding for seven port projects.
“Today’s $115.4 million in Port Infrastructure Development Program grants for Alaska communities underscores the importance of ensuring federal infrastructure programs work for every part of our country—not just the Lower 48”
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Two More Icebreakers Coming to Alaska
Announced two additional icebreakers will be homeported in Alaska.
“Our leaders have talked for years about the national security imperative of closing America’s icebreaking gap with our adversaries and homeporting icebreakers where the ice is—which is Alaska. But we’re not just talking about these priorities anymore. We’re getting them done”
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Sullivan Celebrates New USDA Office of Seafood, Increased Federal Support for Alaska Fishermen
Announced creation of new USDA Office of Seafood to support fishermen.
“Alaska’s fishermen deserve the same federal attention, resources, and risk management tools afforded to America’s incredible farmers”
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Sullivan, Whitehouse Introduce Legislation to Help Blind Americans Return to Work
Introduced bipartisan bill to modernize Social Security Disability Insurance for blind workers.
“Alaskans understand the dignity of work, and we need to make sure that no Alaskan, including those with disabilities, are punished for hard work”
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Sullivan Welcomes Arrival of 4 More KC-135 Stratotankers to Alaska
Celebrated arrival of four KC-135 Stratotankers to Alaska Air National Guard after decade-long campaign.
“The arrival of four additional tankers and hundreds more military personnel marks another exciting chapter in the historic military build-up we’ve achieved in Alaska over the past decade, which has not only been good for our national security, but also for Alaska’s economy and hard-working families”
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Sullivan Legislation to Increase Mental Health Awareness and Resources on Social Media Passes Senate
Celebrated Senate passage of bill to increase mental health resources on social media.
“Since becoming senator, I’ve warned that the outsized role social media plays in the lives of our kids would be one of the biggest battles we face in this youth mental health crisis”
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Sullivan, Cantwell, Colleagues Seek to Reauthorize Sport Fish, Boating Trust Fund
Introduced bipartisan bill to reauthorize Sport Fish Restoration and Boating Trust Fund.
“Alaska is home to the most incredible sport fishing opportunities anywhere on the planet”
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Senate Unanimously Passes Sullivan-Whitehouse Bill to Combat Illegal Foreign Seafood Harvest
Celebrated Senate unanimous passage of bipartisan bill combating illegal foreign seafood harvesting.
“The geopolitics of the North Pacific and the Arctic are changing dramatically, with Russia and China increasing their aggression and ruinous activities near Alaska’s waters”
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Alaska Delegation Celebrates Largest-Ever NPR-A Lease Sale
Celebrated $163 million National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska oil and gas lease sale.
“This is a great day for Alaska that further demonstrates the world-class energy potential across our North Slope.”
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Sullivan Recognizes Olivia Klupar as “Alaskan of the Week”
Recognized Olivia Klupar as Alaskan of the Week for business technology platform.
“Tourism isn't just about people coming to Alaska--it's about how we take care of our communities and share who we are.”
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Sullivan, Hassan Introduce Legislation to Encourage Employer-Provided Child Care
Introduced bipartisan bill to establish IRS child care liaison for employers.
“Quality child care is not only essential for the well-being of families, it is also key to a thriving economy and a strong workforce”
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Welcomed Senate passage of ROAD to Housing Act with provisions for Alaska rural and urban communities.
“Wherever I am in Alaska, whether in our rural communities or more urban areas, I hear from countless Alaskans struggling to find affordable housing. Supply shortages and the high cost of construction are major contributors to this crisis”
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EPW Committee Holds Hearing On Sullivan’s Cold Weather Diesel Reliability Act
Welcomed Senate hearing on Cold Weather Diesel Reliability Act for winter fuel regulations.
“The driver went from highway speed to crawling along at about five miles per hour in the middle of a blizzard while hauling a heavy load through mountain terrain”
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Murkowski, Sullivan Announce $629 Million Funding to Boost Alaska’s Internet Connectivity
Murkowski and Sullivan announced $629 million in broadband funding for Alaska.
“These funds will go a long way toward the goal of connecting every Alaskan, which will unlock possibilities of expanded telehealth, education and small business opportunities. Importantly, it will better allow Alaskans to connect with one another.”
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Chaired hearings on military readiness and Arctic security infrastructure in Alaska.
“Last night, we had another Russian bear bomber incursion into our ADIZ. This doesn't even make the news anymore. They're being so aggressive up in Alaska. We've had two Russian bear bomber incursions with fighters in the last three weeks. Our military, which they always do, they do a great job of going out.”
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Sullivan, Begich Welcome TotalEnergies to Alaska LNG Coalition
Welcomed TotalEnergies signing letter of intent for Alaska LNG project offtake.
“The Alaska LNG project continues to build exciting momentum and reach never-before-seen milestones as we advance toward a final investment decision”
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Murkowski, Sullivan Introduce Legislation to Bolster Alaska’s Tsunami Preparedness
Introduced legislation to strengthen tsunami warning systems and infrastructure in Alaska.
“With more coastline than any other state, Alaska faces some of the highest tsunami risks in the nation”
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Alaska Delegation Commends Revocation of PLOs 5150, 5180
Commended Interior Department's revocation of public land orders opening 2.1 million Alaska acres.
“Lifting PLO 5150 has long been a priority of Alaska’s leaders for many years, including going back to my time as Commissioner of the Department of Natural Resources”
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Sullivan Touts “Alaska Comeback,” Historic Opportunities, in Annual Address to Legislature
Outlined Alaska's economic opportunities including energy projects and military investments in legislative address.
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Discussed Arctic security threats from Russia and China, and Coast Guard Arctic cutter deployment plans.
“Let’s just say the world's largest fleet of oceanographic survey ships wasn't off the coast of Alaska to ‘save the whales,’”
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