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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.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Jan. 16, 2025 – Congressman Nick Begich is proud to co-sponsor H.R. 30, the Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act, a critical piece of legislation aimed at strengthening U.S. border security and ensuring that foreign nationals who commit violent crimes are held accountable for their actions. 

Washington, D.C. – Jan. 14, 2025   – Today, Congressman Nick Begich voted in favor of H.R. 28, the Protection of Women and Girls in Sports Act, a critical piece of legislation designed to ensure the integrity and fairness of women’s sports at all levels. 

Washington, D.C. – Jan. 14, 2025  – Congressman Nick Begich has been appointed Vice Chair of the Subcommittee for Energy and Mineral Resources, a key role in the U.S. House of Representatives that focuses on issues critical to the nation’s energy and mineral development. The appointment was announced by House Resources Chairman, Rep. Bruce Westerman.

Washington, D.C. – Jan. 8, 2025 – Today, Congressman Nick Begich released the following statement regarding the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act (H.R. 38)

Washington, D.C. – Jan. 7, 2025 – Today, Congressman Nick Begich released the following statement regarding the Laken Riley Act:

Washington, D.C. – Jan. 6, 2025 – Today, Congressman Nick Begich released the following statement regarding Congress certifying the election results: