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Sullivan Honors Alaskan of the Week: Camdyn Clancy of Juneau
WASHINGTON, DC - This week, U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) spoke on the Senate floor to recognize eight-year-old Juneau resident Camdyn Clancy. Because of his commitment to football, and the challenges he has playing in Alaska, Camdyn won the NFL PLAY 60 Super Kid contest and delivered the official game ball to the officiating crew just before kickoff at Super Bowl LIII in Atlanta. The days leading up to the game, he acted as the NFL's official kid correspondent, interviewing several Los Angel… Continue Reading
02.07.19
Sullivan Meets with Attorney General Nominee William Barr
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan released the following statement after meeting with William Barr, President Trump's nominee to serve as the next Attorney General of the United States. "Mr. Barr and I had a detailed discussion on his priorities for the Department of Justice, and on many issues important to Alaska. I was very impressed with our conversation," said Senator Sullivan. "Specifically, I made sure to invite him to Alaska and highlighted Alaska's unique position under federal… Continue Reading
02.06.19
Sullivan Welcomes Private Sector Coalition to Combat Marine Debris
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan (R-AK) and Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), the bipartisan cosponsors of the Save Our Seas (SOS) Act, which was signed into law last year, teamed up for a forum on Capitol Hill to highlight the newly formed non-profit, "Alliance to End Plastic Waste," and preview their "SOS 2.0" legislation which will be introduced later this year. Member companies of the Alliance recently committed $1.5 billion to help address the global marine debris crisis.… Continue Reading
02.06.19
Sullivan on President’s State of the Union Address
WASHINGTON, DC - Tonight, U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) shared the following video message with Alaskans in response to President Trump's State of the Union address: ###… Continue Reading
02.04.19
Senator Sullivan Writes Facebook, Encourages Clarification of Policies Negatively Impacting Alaska Native Artisans
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) today wrote the CEO of Facebook, Mark Zuckerberg, to clarify Facebook Marketplace's policies regarding the sale of products or artwork made with any "part, pelt or skin from an animal, including fur." Late last week, Senator Sullivan was made aware of the policy issue by the Sealaska Heritage Institute - which informed the Senator that Sitka skin sewer Robert Miller posted a sea otter hat for sale on Facebook and received a message saying it wa… Continue Reading
02.04.19
Sullivan Voices Support for Interior Secretary Nominee Bernhardt
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) released the following statement in support of acting Secretary of the Interior David Bernhardt, nominated today by President Donald Trump to lead the department on a permanent basis. "David Bernhardt is an excellent choice to be our next Secretary of the Interior," Senator Dan Sullivan said. "He is a strong advocate for the goal of energy dominance, and will help facilitate Alaska's role in that goal. During his years of private practice and l… Continue Reading
02.01.19
Sullivan Honored to Announce 2019 Military Service Academy Nominations
ANCHORAGE, AK - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) had the honor and privilege of nominating 41 outstanding young Alaskans to four of our country's U.S. Military Service Academies. "I am honored and humbled to put forward a truly outstanding batch of candidates from Alaska to our nation's military service academies," said Senator Sullivan. "Each candidate represents the best and brightest of a new generation - highly educated young leaders with a deep desire to contribute their talents toward se… Continue Reading
02.28.18
Sullivan Joins Delegation Visit to South Korea and Japan
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) recently returned from a trip to the Asia-Pacific with fellow members of the Armed Services Committee Senators Jim Inhofe (R-OK), Joni Ernst (R-IA), Mike Rounds (R-SD) and Congressman Trent Kelly (R-MS) of the House Armed Services Committee. The delegation visited Taiwan, South Korea, and Japan, where they met with senior military officials and government leaders to discuss a wide-array of issues ranging from the importance of continued U.S. lead… Continue Reading
02.27.18
Senator Sullivan Addresses Alaska Legislature
Juneau, AK - On Monday, February 26, 2018, U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) spoke to a joint session of the Alaska Legislature. In his fourth address since taking office, Sullivan highlighted key pillars of optimism for Alaska and the progress being made to secure Alaska's social and economic future. Senator Sullivan Addressing a Joint Session of the Alaska Legislature (click image or here to watch). For full text of Senator Sullivan's annual address (as prepared), click here. Six Pil… Continue Reading
02.27.18
Sullivan Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Combat Opioid Epidemic
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Dan Sullivan (R-AK), Rob Portman (R-OH), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Shelley Moore Capito (R-WV), Amy Klobuchar (D-MN), Bill Cassidy (R-LA), Maggie Hassan (D-NH) and Maria Cantwell (D-WA) today introduced the Comprehensive Addiction and Recovery Act (CARA) 2.0 Act, bipartisan legislation to increase the funding authorization levels for the CARA programs enacted in 2016 and put in place additional policy reforms to help combat the opioid epidemic. CARA is a bipart… Continue Reading
02.15.18
Sullivan Comments on Senate Immigration Proposals
Washington, DC -- U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) today shared the following statement after Senate consideration of four immigration related proposals: "Addressing the serious challenges in our immigration system - including a resolution for the beneficiaries of the DACA program - requires compassion, securing our border, and respect for the rule of law. To this end, I believe the Secure and Succeed Act of 2018, which I supported, was both a serious and generous proposal. Importantly, it brou… Continue Reading
02.12.18
Sullivan Comments on President Trump’s Infrastructure Proposal
WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK), a member of the Senate Environment and Public Works and Commerce, Science and Transportation Committees, released the following statement in response to President Trump's infrastructure proposal: "Addressing our nation's inadequate and deteriorating infrastructure is vital as we continue to reignite America's economy. I'm pleased to see that as part of this infrastructure proposal, the Trump administration is focused and committed to an… Continue Reading
02.09.18
Alaskan of the Week Kirk Alkire Wins Approval for Gold Star Peak
WASHINGTON, DC - Yesterday, hours after the unanimous approval of a petition to name a 4,148-foot peak in the Chugach Mountains "Gold Star Peak" in honor of our fallen service members and their families, U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) spoke on the Senate floor to honor the Alaskan who championed the cause - retired U.S. Army 1st Sgt. Kirk Alkire. Senator Sullivan Honoring Kirk Alkire as Alaskan of the Week (Click image or here to watch). A quest that began in June of 2017 to honor the Gold… Continue Reading
02.09.18
Sullivan Shares Statement on Bipartisan Budget Deal
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) today shared the following statement after Senate passage of the Bipartisan Budget Deal: "For months, I have worked with my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to find a path forward that adequately funds our government, gives our military men and women the resources they need to complete their missions, and ensures critical programs serving the American people remain funded and operational. This bipartisan deal, while far from perfect, allows… Continue Reading
02.06.18
Senator Sullivan Writes Etsy, Inc CEO Encouraging Change in Policies Negatively Impacting Alaska Native Artisans
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan recently wrote the CEO of Etsy, Inc - an online marketplace of crafts and handmade items - following reports that Alaska Native constituents selling products or artwork with sealskin, sea otter and ivory have had their e-commerce accounts unfairly terminated or items delisted. "I write to make you aware that Etsy has been unfairly terminating some of my Alaska Native (i.e., indigenous Alaskans) constituents' accounts. Your company's actions - due to yo… Continue Reading
02.02.18
Sullivan Honored to Announce 2018 Military Service Academy Nominations
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) had the honor and privilege of nominating 33 outstanding young Alaskans to four of our country's U.S. Military Service Academies. "This year's selection of candidates was exceptional - all exhibited the characteristics that will help them to succeed as leaders in our nation's military: academic excellence, demonstrated leadership, and a commitment to serving their community and nation," said Senator Sullivan. "Nominating candidates for our nati… Continue Reading
02.01.18
Sullivan Statement on Under Secretary of State Tom Shannon’s Retirement
WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) released the following statement regarding Under Secretary of State Tom Shannon's announcement that he will be retiring later this year: "Tom Shannon's leadership over the past 35 years has been an invaluable contribution to the greater foreign policy discussion here in the Senate and across the globe," said Senator Sullivan. "From engaging with Members of the Foreign Service Caucus, to his countless contributions throughout his caree… Continue Reading
02.28.17
Sullivan Praises Trump Executive Order on WOTUS Rule
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) released the following statement today after attending a meeting at the White House where President Trump signed an executive order that begins to roll back the EPA's Waters of the United States (WOTUS) Rule. "I applaud President Trump for his order beginning the review and roll back of the expansive overreach in the WOTUS Rule, which gave the EPA vast new authority over lands across the country, particularly in Alaska. This new order signals a… Continue Reading
02.27.17
Sullivan Votes to Confirm Wilbur Ross as Commerce Secretary
WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-AK) released the following statement after the U.S. Senate voted to confirm President Donald J. Trump's nominee for Secretary of the U.S. Department of Commerce, Wilbur Ross. "I was proud to cast my vote today to confirm Wilbur Ross as the next Secretary of Commerce. In meetings with Mr. Ross, and through his confirmation process, I have been impressed with his knowledge of many issues important to Alaska - including trade, infrastructure and the ne… Continue Reading
02.24.17
SPEECH: Sen. Sullivan Addresses Alaska Legislature
President Kelly. Speaker Edgmon. Members of the House and Senate from the Great State of Alaska, thank you for inviting me to speak to you. Thanks also to each member of the Legislature and to all of the staff for your service to our state. It’s always great to be back home. Every time I come home, I’m reminded as soon as I get off the plane that the heartbeat of Alaska, the one that has kept us strong through good times and bad, is still steady and vibrant. When I think of the men and women w… Continue Reading