Mr. President, I have come to the floor this afternoon to seek unanimous consent to pass a bill. This is called the Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act. I know that oftentimes, Members come the floor and say: Oh, it is not controversial at all. Let me tell you, this one is pretty straightforward, and it is truly a noncontroversial provision. Senator Sullivan and I have introduced this in the Senate. Congressman Begich is leading the companion legislation in the House. We are seeking to send this bill to the President's desk before recess because it has become time-sensitive.
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Lisa Murkowski
Senator · Alaska · Republican
Lisa Murkowski
Senate Floor
Recent comments in the Senate
Mr. President, since I am here on the floor and since I have my friend and partner who has worked with me on other matters of great import and impact, I want to take this opportunity to celebrate something that happened last evening when we here in the Senate passed the reauthorization of the ACT for ALS bill. This bill has passed the House, it has now passed the Senate, and it can head to the President for his signature. The path on this one, again, should have been easy. It should have been easy, but it just hasn't been.
Madam President, I come to the floor today to congratulate my friend and former colleague in the Alaska State Legislature. This is an individual for whom I have great respect, Senator Lyman Hoffman. Senator Hoffman is retiring after nearly four decades of service to Alaska. Few legislators leave behind legacies that are measured not only by their years of service but by the generations of lives they have improved. Senator Hoffman--the alltime longest serving member of the Alaska State Legislature--is one of those rare public servants.
Biography
Lisa Murkowski, who began her career as an attorney in Anchorage, has served as U.S. Senator for Alaska since 2002. She is known for prioritizing energy policy, environmental stewardship, and rural healthcare access, championing issues critical to Alaska’s unique landscape and communities. Murkowski authored significant legislation advancing Arctic energy development and played a key role as chair of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. Her pragmatic approach and independent voting record reflect a commitment to representing Alaskans’ diverse interests with practical solutions.
Education
- J.D., Willamette College of Law, Salem, OR1985
- Attended, Willamette University
- B.A. in Economics, Georgetown University, Washington, DC, 1978–80
Professional History
U.S. Senator
2003–PresentSenator from Alaska. 5 terms.
Member, Alaska House of Representatives
1999–2002Member, Task Force on the Homeless
1990–91Attorney, Private Law Practice
1989–98Attorney, Anchorage District Court
1987–89
Policy Focus
Native Americans11%
Health7%
Public Lands and Natural Resources6%
Taxation3%
Notable Legislation
Key legislative actions from Lisa Murkowski's record in Congress.
Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act Amendments
Championed updates to ANCSA, improving land and resource management for Alaska Native corporations.
Energy Policy Modernization Act
Led bipartisan passage of comprehensive energy legislation promoting efficiency, renewables, and grid modernization.
Medicaid Expansion for Alaska
Supported efforts enabling Alaska to expand Medicaid, increasing healthcare access for thousands of residents.
Arctic National Wildlife Refuge Oil Leasing
Secured authorization for oil and gas leasing in ANWR, advancing Alaska’s resource development interests.
Committee Assignments
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- Senate Committee on Appropriations
- Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions
- Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources
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