WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) recognized longtime Alaskan truck drivers Fred Austin and John Schank on the Senate floor last week for their work driving the Capitol Christmas tree from Wrangell, Alaska to Washington, D.C. Fred and John, veteran Teamster truck drivers with combined experience of over 130 years, completed the task of hauling the […]
WASHINGTON—U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) spoke recently on the Senate floor in recognition of Julie Kitka, who served as President of the Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) for more than three decades until recently stepping down from that position. Sen. Sullivan recognized Kitka’s leadership at the helm of the largest statewide Native organization in […]
“It is time to reduce the stress level in our country and allow Americans to enjoy a better quality of life,” said Sen. Bernie Sanders. “It is time for a 32-hour workweek with no loss in pay.” Sen. Bernie Sanders on Wednesday introduced legislation that would establish a 32-hour workweek in the U.S. with no loss of pay, a […]
ANCHORAGE, ALASKA—Earlier last week, U.S. Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) recognized the Miller Family, longtime owners and operators of the Santa Claus House in North Pole, Alaska, on the Senate floor. The Santa Claus House, opened by Con and Nellie Miller more than 70 years ago, is a staple for tourism in Interior Alaska, and […]