Press Releases
Sullivan Statement on Airstrikes in Syria
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, released the following statement today on the coordinated airstrikes in Syria: "The precision military strikes launched this evening, in partnership with our British and French allies, send a clear and concise message to the Assad regime: the use of chemical weapons will not be tolerated. This response against Syria's chemical weapons infrastructure was both measured and warranted, and a necessa… Continue Reading
04.13.18
Sullivan Honors Alaskan of the Week: John Active
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) this week honored Bethel resident John Active, legendary Yup'ik storyteller and decades long voice of KYUK public media, as part of his "Alaskan of the Week" series. Sullivan Honoring John Active as Alaskan of the Week (Click image or here to watch, click here to download). TRIBUTE TO JOHN ACTIVE -- (U.S. Senate - April 12, 2018) Mr. President, every week I come to the floor to talk about my great State and a person in my State who has ma… Continue Reading
04.10.18
Senator Sullivan: 5 Questions to Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) today joined members of the Senate Commerce and Judiciary Committees for a 5 hour long hearing with Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg entitled: "Facebook, Social Media Privacy, and the Use and Abuse of Data." During his five minute opportunity to question Mr. Zuckerberg, Sullivan asked a wide range of questions surrounding Facebook's market dominance. Senator Sullivan Questioning Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg (click image or here to watch, click her… Continue Reading
04.10.18
Sullivan Congratulates Jon Katchen on Nomination to US District Court in Alaska
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) today congratulated Jon Katchen on his nomination to the U.S. District Court for the District of Alaska by President Donald J. Trump: "I congratulate Jon Katchen on being nominated to serve on the federal bench for the District of Alaska. Jon and I worked closely together for more than three years at both the Alaska Department of Law and the Alaska Department of Natural Resources," said Senator Dan Sullivan. "I witnessed firsthand his commitmen… Continue Reading
04.09.18
Alaska Delegation Bill Works to Protect Alaska Native Whaling Quota
WASHINGTON, DC - The Alaska Congressional Delegation recently introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation to authorize the Secretary of Commerce to preserve the bowhead whale subsistence harvest and Alaska Native food security under U.S. law if the International Whaling Commission (IWC) fails to act on bowhead whale quota during their September 2018 meeting in Florianopolis, Brazil. The legislation - the Whaling Convention Amendments Act of 2018 - is led by Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK), Chairman… Continue Reading
03.29.18
Sullivan Statement on President Trump’s Infrastructure Speech
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK), a member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation and Environment and Public Works Committees, released the following statement in response to President Trump's infrastructure speech today in Ohio. "I applaud President Trump and his administration's continued focus and commitment on infrastructure - which I believe presents our nation with significant bipartisan opportunities - especially as it relates to permitting reform and grow… Continue Reading
03.29.18
Sullivan Statement on VA Secretary
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK), a member of the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee, released the following statement regarding President Trump's announcement that he will be nominating Admiral Ronny Jackson to replace Dr. David Shulkin as the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. "I wish to thank Dr. Shulkin for his service and commitment to our veterans and our nation - the Secretary of the VA is one of the most challenging jobs in Washington," said Senator Sullivan. "As part of hi… Continue Reading
03.23.18
Sullivan Honors Alaskan of the Week: Carlos Gomez
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) this week spoke on the Senate floor in recognition of Carlos Gomez, a relentless advocate for disadvantaged youth hockey programs in Alaska and President of the Scotty Gomez Foundation. Carlos was honored as part of Senator Sullivan's "Alaskan of the Week" series. Senator Sullivan Honoring Carlos Gomez as Alaskan of the Week (click image or here to watch, click here to download video). TRIBUTE TO CARLOS GOMEZ Mr. President, one of the things… Continue Reading
03.23.18
Sullivan Opposes Government Spending Measure
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) today released the following statement after opposing H.R. 1625, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, a $1.3 trillion spending bill that funds the government through Fiscal Year 2018. "While this legislation contains many critical spending priorities - necessary increases for our military and national security, safeguards for our schools and local communities, and investments to encourage job creation and economic growth - I could not in good … Continue Reading
03.22.18
Senator Sullivan Statement on Retirement of H.R. McMaster
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) shared the following statement on the retirement of Lt. General H.R. McMaster: "Lt. General H.R. McMaster has served his country for over 34 years with integrity, courage and with an exceptional warrior spirit. He exemplifies the best of what a military officer stands for," said Senator Dan Sullivan. "I've had the honor of knowing Lt. Gen. McMaster for many years, and served under him as a Marine Corps Major in 2009. I thank him, his wife Kathl… Continue Reading
03.21.18
Senate Overwhelming Passes Legislation to Combat Online Sex Trafficking
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) joined 96 of his colleagues to support the Senate passage of H.R. 1865, a grouping of both the Stop Enabling Sex Traffickers Act (SESTA) and the Allow States and Victims to Fight Online Sex Trafficking Act. The legislation - which garnered the support of the White House and passed the U.S. House late last month - takes serious steps to hold websites and other institutions accountable that knowingly facilitate sex trafficking activity by cl… Continue Reading
03.16.18
In Letter to Alaska Governor, Sullivan Highlights Key Tax Reform Provision Known as Investing in Opportunity Act
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) this week wrote Alaska Governor Bill Walker to highlight a critical provision within H.R. 1, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, known as the Investing in Opportunity Act, which encourages economic investments in distressed or underserved communities across the country. "… part of the tax bill creates what is called 'Opportunity Zones,' which will further promote economic investment in underserved, rural and impoverished areas. This program has re… Continue Reading
03.15.18
ICYMI: Historic Hearing Featuring Five Cabinet Secretaries Discusses Efforts to Rebuild America’s Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, DC - Yesterday, the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee held a hearing titled, "Rebuilding Infrastructure in America: Administration Perspectives," which featured five cabinet secretaries. Testimony included the Secretaries of Transportation, Commerce, Labor, Agriculture, and Energy - thought to be the most ever number of department heads to testify before a single Senate Committee. Senator Sullivan, a vocal leader on efforts to rebuild our nation's inadequate and … Continue Reading
03.15.18
Sullivan Shares Statement on Passage of Bipartisan Dodd-Frank Reform
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) released the following statement after voting in support of S. 2155, the Economic Growth, Regulatory Relief, and Consumer Protection Act, legislation to reform the one-size-fits-all financial law known as the Dodd-Frank Act. "As we work to reignite the American economy after a lost decade of growth - small community banks and credit unions continue to play a critical role. However, since the enactment of Dodd-Frank in 2010, we've seen well over… Continue Reading
03.13.18
Senator Sullivan Shares Statement on Secretary of State Rex Tillerson
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK), Co-Chair of the Senate Foreign Service Caucus and former U.S. Assistant Secretary of State for Economic, Energy, and Business Affairs, shared the following statement on Secretary of State Rex Tillerson: "Since accepting the President's call to serve, Secretary Tillerson has done an admirable job as the nation's lead diplomat. In particular, he should be commended for his commitment to country, his renewed focus on the strategic importance of th… Continue Reading
03.13.18
Sullivan Joins Colleagues and Parkland Families in Support of STOP School Violence Act
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) today joined a bipartisan group of his colleagues and Parkland, FL families to share support for the Students, Teachers, and Officers Preventing (STOP) School Violence Act. The legislation, which was introduced earlier this month and has amassed the bipartisan support of 36 Senators, takes important steps to fund school security improvements and invests in early intervention and prevention programs to stop school violence before it occurs. Speak… Continue Reading
03.09.18
SULLIVAN HONORS ALASKAN OF THE WEEK: CAROL SEPPILU
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) spoke on the Senate floor this week in recognition of Carol Seppilu, of Nome, who, as a result of a suicide attempt when she was 16 years old, is an advocate for suicide prevention. Carol is an amazing athlete, determined to run ultramarathons in all 50 states. She was honored as part of Senator Sullivan's series, "Alaskan of the Week." Senator Sullivan Honoring Carol Seppilu as Alaskan of the Week (Click image or here to watch). TRIBUTE TO C… Continue Reading
03.09.18
EUCOM Commander Cautions U.S. “Not Keeping Pace” with Russia’s Military Buildup in Arctic
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) yesterday questioned General Curtis Scaparrotti, commander of the U.S. European Command (EUCOM), during a hearing of the Senate Armed Services Committee on concerns over Russia's continuing military buildup in the Arctic region including a new Arctic military command. Senator Sullivan noted Russia is aggressively building and refurbishing bases near the Northern Sea Route. Senator Sullivan Questions U.S. European Command on Russia's Military B… Continue Reading
03.09.18
Senator Sullivan Statement on North Korea
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK), member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today released the following statement on potential talks with North Korea: "It is clear that the global maximum pressure campaign we've been focused on for months under the leadership of the Trump Administration - U.S. sanctions mandated by Congress, additional sanctions authorized by the United Nations Security Council, the development of credible military options, and pressuring China to do muc… Continue Reading
03.08.18
Sullivan and Colleagues Send Letter to President Highlighting Potential Negative Impacts of Steel and Aluminum Tariffs
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) along with U.S. Senators Joni Ernst (R-IA), John Barrasso (R-WY), Lamar Alexander (R-TN), James Lankford (R-OK), Mike Rounds (R-SD), and Ron Johnson (R-WI) sent a letter to President Trump today expressing concern over how proposed aluminum and steel tariffs could negatively impact our national security and strain relationships with our international allies and partners. "As outlined in both the National Security Strategy and National Defense St… Continue Reading