U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) released the following statement ahead of the First Lady of the United States Jill Biden and Secretary of the Department of the Interior (DOI) Deb Haaland’s scheduled visit to Alaska:
While I’m pleased to see Biden administration officials visiting Bethel and our rural communities to promote federal broadband investments authorized by Congress, I hope the First Lady and Secretary Haaland take the time to listen to Alaskans who have been harmed by the Biden administration’s policies, Senator Sullivan said. Unfortunately, that was not the case the last time Secretary Haaland visited Alaska and met with residents in King Cove as well as with Alaska Native Vietnam Veterans. Following that trip, Secretary Haaland not only further delayed and complicated land allotments that Alaska Native Vietnam Veterans were promised under the law, but also proceeded to reverse course on a land exchange that would have provided King Cove residents life-saving medical care access.
In total, there have been 48 executive orders and actions singularly targeting Alaska under the Biden administration. Many of these were done without any consultation from Alaskans. The Biden administration needs to do better and listen to the people of Alaska.
U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan
Washington, D.C.
Murkowski Recognizes MMIW Day of Awareness
U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) released the following statement recognizing National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women:
Today, on May 5th, my heart is with the many families who have lost a loved one to violence and all those who have been affected by the crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women and people. We honor the memory of your loved ones who are no longer with you in your communities. I join in raising awareness about an injustice that was once invisible. Our federal, state, and tribal governments must work together to ensure the care and safety of all Native peoples. Thanks to all of you who are speaking your truth and making your communities safer.
A resolution, S.Res.194, designating May 5, 2023, as the “National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Native Women and Girls” passed the Senate by unanimous consent this week.
U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski
Washington, D.C.
Nominate a Champion for Kids in Your Community
Alaska Children’s Trust is looking for the 2023 Champions for Kids
Each year, Alaska Children’s Trust recognizes individuals who have demonstrated dedication and commitment in working to prevent child abuse and neglect by ensuring that children and youth live in safe, supportive, and nurturing communities. These Alaskans are honored with the Champion for Kids award, for which nominations are currently open until May 26.
To identify these individuals, ACT relies on local community members to nominate neighbors making a difference for Alaska’s children, whether through their professional employment, volunteer work, community activities, or active work with children. Champions for Kids include people who are:
• building strong families by providing resources or supports to them
• listening and connecting with youth in meaningful ways
• creating a safe, supportive, and nurturing space
• providing culturally-based and community services
• fostering trauma-informed practices and care
Alaska Children’s Trust is asking Alaskans to help recognize unsung heroes by nominating a Champion from your community here. Awardees are selected from the nominations and honored at Alaska Children’s Trust’s Champion for Kids fundraising event in September and at a gathering in the Champion’s host community.
Alaska Children’s Trust (ACT)
Anchorage, AK
