Press Releases
WASHINGTON, D.C. – February 3, 2025 – Congressman Nick Begich (R-AK) announced his final slate of subcommittee assignments for the 119th Congress. Congressman Begich will serve on three key House Committee on Science, Space and Technology Subcommittees. These assignments include oversight and policymaking duties for Alaskan and Arctic research and technological policy and programs.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 31, 2025 – This week, the U.S. Senate confirmed Governor Doug Burgum (R-ND) as Secretary of the Department of the Interior. Congressman Nick Begich (R-AK) issued the following statement in response to his confirmation:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 31, 2025 – Congressman Nick Begich (R-AK) announced the candidates nominated to four U.S. service academies: the U.S. Naval Academy (USNA), the U.S. Air Force Academy (USAFA), the U.S. Military Academy (USMA), and the U.S. Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA).
WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 28, 2025 – Today, Congressman Nick Begich (R-AK) released the following statement in response to the Office of Management and Budget’s (OMB) memo that temporarily pauses federal funding:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 23, 2025 – Congressman Nick Begich (R-AK) announced his co-sponsorship and strong support for the bipartisan Fix Our Forests Act, a critical piece of legislation aimed at addressing the escalating threat of catastrophic wildfires, streamlining forest restoration efforts, and fostering economic growth in rural communities.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 22, 2025 – Congressman Nick Begich (R-AK) announced his subcommittee assignments for the 119th Congress. Congressman Begich will serve on three key subcommittees under the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure (T&I).
WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 20, 2025 – Congressman Nicholas J. Begich III (R-AK) released the following statement in response to President Donald J.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 20, 2025 – Congressman Nicholas J. Begich III (R-Alaska) released the following statement regarding the inauguration of President Donald Trump.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 19, 2025 – In one final attack on Alaska, President Biden’s Department of Interior (DOI) issued new management protections and expanded “Special Areas” within the National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska (NPR-A). These “protections” will severely restrict future development and hinder any meaningful progress for Alaska. Congressman Nick Begich released the following statement in response:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – January 16, 2025 – Today, Congressman Nick Begich announced that he has joined the Congressional Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) Caucus. The DOGE Caucus seeks to create a more responsive, effective, and transparent federal government, rooted in accountability and fiscal responsibility. Congressman Begich, a strong advocate for reducing government waste and supporting Alaskan communities, expressed enthusiasm for the opportunity to contribute to these goals.