Mr. President, I would like to echo and reinforce the words of my good friend Senator Barrasso, the majority whip, Senator from Wyoming, who was doing a great job yesterday and the beautiful service that we had here in the Capitol and at the National Cathedral in honor of my very good friend and Senate colleague, Senator Lindsey Graham. And, you know, the eulogies were great. It was a beautiful service.
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Dan Sullivan
Senator · Alaska · Republican
Dan Sullivan
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Mr. President, today we honor the extraordinary bravery, sacrifice, and devotion of Hmong American veterans who stood alongside the United States during the Vietnam war. From 1961 to 1975, Hmong soldiers fought in the CIA-backed operation known as the Secret War in Laos under the leadership of Vang Pao, risking everything to defend freedom and support American forces. Hmong forces carried out dangerous missions, gathered intelligence, disrupted enemy supply lines along the Ho Chi Minh Trail, and rescued downed American pilots.
Biography
Dan Sullivan, a former U.S. Marine and Alaska’s attorney general, was elected to the U.S. Senate representing Alaska in 2014. He prioritizes national security, resource development, and expanding economic opportunities in his state. Sullivan authored legislation to bolster Arctic infrastructure and has served on the Senate Armed Services and Commerce Committees, advocating for Alaska’s strategic interests. His leadership focuses on supporting Alaska’s communities and ensuring the state’s voice is heard in national policy decisions.
Education
- J.D. and Joint Masters of Science in Foreign Service, Georgetown University, Washington, DC1993
- B.A. in Economics, Harvard University, Cambridge, MA1987
Professional History
U.S. Senator
2015-PresentRepresenting Alaska in the Senate
Chairman, International Republican Institute (iri)
2018–presentCommissioner, Alaska Department of Natural Resources
2011–13Attorney General, State of Alaska
2009–10U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Economic, Energy and Business Affairs
2006–09Director, National Security Council Staff
2002–04Attorney, Private Law Practice
1997–2001
Policy Focus
International Affairs10%
Armed Forces and National Security10%
Environmental Protection5%
Public Lands and Natural Resources4%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Dan Sullivan's record in Congress.
Arctic Policy Leadership
Championed the Arctic Policy Act to strengthen U.S. leadership and research in the Arctic region.
Military Infrastructure Funding
Secured funding for expanded missile defense and military facilities at Alaska’s Fort Greely and Clear Space Force Station.
Fisheries Management
Co-sponsored legislation to reauthorize the Magnuson-Stevens Act, supporting sustainable fisheries and Alaska’s fishing industry.
Veterans' Healthcare Access
Advanced the Alaska Veterans Healthcare Access Act to improve care options for veterans in rural and remote areas.
Committee Assignments
View details →- Senate Committee on Veterans' Affairs
- Senate Committee on Armed Services
- Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
- Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works
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