JUNEAU – A bill was introduced in the Alaska Senate this week to give Alaskans the option of donating all or a portion of their Permanent Fund dividends (PFDs) directly to the state’s general fund. “Many Alaskans have told me they wouldn’t mind giving up a portion of their dividends to pay for state […]
[dropcap]W[/dropcap]ASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) issued the following statement after voting on House Joint Resolution 46, to terminate the President’s national emergency declaration at the United States’ southern border: “I take very seriously my oath to uphold the Constitution, and my respect for the balance within the separation of powers. Article […]
‘I view this as an expansion of executive powers by legislative acquiescence’ WASHINGTON, D.C. – As the Senate prepares this month to vote on a joint resolution to terminate the President’s national emergency declaration, U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) spoke on the Senate floor on her support to uphold the separation of powers outlined […]
Remembering the Life and Legacy of a Remarkable Civil Rights Leader WASHINGTON D.C. — Today U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) offered the following reflections on Martin Luther King Jr. Day: “Today we pay tribute to the life and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on what would be his 89th birthday. As […]