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WASHINGTON, D.C. – September 17, 2025 – This week, the House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a historic hearing on Alaska’s vast natural resource potential.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – September 16, 2025 – Congressman Nick Begich (R-AK) applauded the announcement of the new $50 billion Rural Health Transformation Fund, the single largest investment in rural health care in American history. This initiative will improve health care delivery across rural America and provide new opportunities for access to care in Alaska.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – September 12, 2025 – This week, Congressman Nick Begich (AK-AL) joined Congressman Gil Cisneros (CA-31) in leading a bi-partisan amendment to the Fiscal Year 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) to support Alaska servicemembers.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – September 11, 2025 – Congressman Nick Begich (AK-R) issued the following statement on the 24th anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks:
WASHINGTON, D.C. – September 3, 2025 – Today, the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.J. Res. 106, legislation introduced by Congressman Nick Begich (R-Alaska), to overturn the Bureau of Land Management’s restrictive Central Yukon Resource Management Plan.
By U.S. Rep. Nick Begich
Last week, Juneau hosted an important symbol of America’s renewed commitment to Arctic readiness: the commissioning of the USCGC Storis.
The Storis is the first new polar icebreaker added to the U.S. Coast Guard fleet in more than 25 years.
For Alaska, this is no small thing. It’s a turning point and marks a new era in maritime and Arctic defense — one powered by historic investments and a clear recognition that Alaska stands ready to lead on the front lines of defense.
OPINION:
As the United States navigates an increasingly complex international landscape, it is imperative that we continue to reinforce partnerships with key allies. Our future prosperity and national security require strong, enduring partnerships with our partners in the Indo-Pacific.
When it comes to energy security and reliability for the United States, Alaska stands uniquely poised to serve as a linchpin in strengthening U.S.-Korea ties.
By Sean P. Duffy and Nick Begich
With this administration’s support, Alaska is building with Washington as an ally, not an overbearing parent slapping Alaska with more sanctions than Iran.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 17, 2025 – Congressman Nick Begich (R-AK) issued the following statement after the House of Representatives passed the Generating Essential National Infrastructure for Universal Stability (GENIUS) Act:
“Today, the House took an historic step toward cementing America’s leadership in the future of finance by passing the Generating Essential National Infrastructure for Universal Stability (GENIUS) Act where it will now advance to the President’s desk for signature.
WASHINGTON, D.C. – July 15, 2025 – This week, Congressman Nick Begich (AK-R) applauded the House passage of his bill, H.R. 410, the Alaska Native Vietnam Era Veterans Land Allotment Extension Act of 2025, calling it an important step toward honoring Alaska’s veterans.