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Sen. Lisa Murkowski

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Sen. Lisa Murkowski

@lisamurkowski

Official Twitter account for U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski. Follow me for news and updates on what's happening in the Senate and across Alaska.

Alaska & Washington, D.C.

Joined December 2008

Sen. Lisa Murkowski
@lisamurkowski
Jun 10
The U.S. Department of the Interior’s Tribal Energy Development Capacity (TEDC) Grant Program is now accepting applications. The program supports Tribal capacity building for energy development, governance, and business planning. As a long-time leader and advocate for Alaska
Senate Committee on Indian Affairs
@IndianCommittee
Jun 9
The U.S. Department of the Interior’s Tribal Energy Development Capacity (TEDC) Grant Program is accepting applications. Grants help Tribes strengthen energy sovereignty and build capacity for energy development. Applications due July 16, 2026. Learn more: bia.gov/service/grants…
bia.gov
Tribal Energy Development Capacity (TEDC) Grant
The Bureau of Indian Affairs mission is to enhance the quality of life, promote economic opportunities, and to carry out the federal responsibilities entrusted to us to protect and improve the trust...
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski
@lisamurkowski
Jun 9
Happy Don Young Day! Today we celebrate a larger-than-life icon, a man who saw Alaska’s incredible potential and spent every minute of every day of his 49 years in office working to help Alaskans seize it. I am fortunate to count him as a mentor and am grateful to have served
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski
@lisamurkowski
Jun 8
Today’s decision from a U.S. District Judge to vacate the policy implementing the Presidential Proclamation mandating a $100,000 fee for H-1B visa applicants—a 5,000% increase in some cases—came at a critical time for Alaska’s schools that are in the midst of hiring before next
Trump administration $100,000 visa fee for highly skilled foreign...
From newsfromthestates.com
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski
@lisamurkowski
Jun 5
Ensuring Alaska Native artists’ ability to create and sell their traditional handicrafts is about more than income. It’s about supporting families who have used their work to preserve heritage and culture through generations. For many artists, materials such as ivory have
House Passes Legislation Protecting Alaska Native Artists’ Cultural Heritage and Economic Opportu...
From murkowski.senate.gov
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski
@lisamurkowski
Jun 5
While I support funding to secure our borders and protect the homeland, I do not support bypassing the annual appropriations process by providing funding for multiple years in a manner that diminishes both congressional direction and oversight. By choosing to appropriate funding
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski
@lisamurkowski
Jun 5
Since @SenatorCollins was first sworn into office, she has not missed a single vote. 10,000 consecutive roll call votes is an incredible milestone and a remarkable testament to her work ethic and commitment to public service. Congratulations!
CSPAN
@cspan
Jun 5
Senator Susan Collins (R-ME, @SenatorCollins) 10,000 consecutive roll call votes.
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski
@lisamurkowski
May 25
We can never repay the brave men and women who laid down their lives for our freedom, but we can embrace the loved ones they left behind and honor their legacy with gratitude for the freedoms their sacrifice made possible. We remember and honor them this Memorial Day.
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski
@lisamurkowski
May 22
Following a two-part field hearing I hosted in Anchorage and Bethel to hear firsthand from Alaskans impacted by ex-Typhoon Halong, I spoke on the Senate floor about the storm’s ongoing impacts. Communities facing environmental threats and natural disasters shouldn’t have to
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski
@lisamurkowski
May 21
As Chairman of the Indian Affairs Committee, I’m proud of the bipartisan progress we made this week in advancing these eight bills through committee to the Senate floor, including my bill the Southcentral Foundation Land Transfer Act of 2025. We are now one step closer to
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski
@lisamurkowski
May 20
Cape Fox was placed at an incredible disadvantage when it was forced to claim lands under ANCSA that offered little to no economic value to its village corporation. After decades of hard work, Cape Fox has finally overcome these obstacles and is now finally on track to complete
Alaska Delegation Applauds Signing of Cape Fox Land Entitlement Finalization Act
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski
@lisamurkowski
May 19
Today I pressed DOJ on proposed cuts to law enforcement and violence prevention grants, including programs that support rural police departments, Tribal justice efforts, and survivors of domestic violence. Alaska’s communities already face enormous challenges with distance, cost,
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski
@lisamurkowski
May 18
This is one of the most significant achievements on the North Slope in decades and further cements the region’s renaissance. Pikka will help refill the Trans-Alaska Pipeline System, create great jobs for Alaskans, and bring billions to the state over its lifespan—benefitting all
Alaska Delegation Celebrates First Oil from Pikka Development
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski
@lisamurkowski
May 18
Happy Birthday, Head Start! For 61 years, Head Start has helped more than 40 million children and families nationwide reach their full potential in school and in life. This year alone, more than 3,000 children and 2,500 families are participating in one of Alaska’s 17 Head Start
National Head Start Association
@NatlHeadStart
May 18
Today we celebrate 61 years of Head Start! Millions of lives impacted. Celebrate with us at hubs.la/Q04g-wD60 #HeadStart61 #HappyBirthdayHeadStart
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