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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
03.06.18
Sullivan Advocates for Alaska Energy at CERAWeek 2018
WASHINGTON, DC - Yesterday, Senator Sullivan (R-AK) participated in the opening policy dialogue of CERAWeek 2018 - an annual energy and technology focused conference in Houston, Texas. Sullivan was joined by Daniel Yergin, IHS Markit Vice-Chairman and conference chair, and Greg Armstrong, Chairman/CEO of Plains All American, as he discussed the policy successes of 2017 - including historic tax reform legislation, efforts to streamline permitting for U.S. infrastructure, new opportunities for oil… 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