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'Alaska has become too federally dependent,' Congressman Begich tells state Legislature

Congressman Nick Begich III told the Alaska Legislature that the state has become too dependent on federal spending during his address on February 20, 2025.
Begich stated that the current level of federal spending is 'unsustainable' and advocated for a more diverse economic mix with the private sector.
He expressed support for sustaining aid programs like Essential Air Service and the development of infrastructure projects in Alaska.
Begich emphasized that restrictions on resource development have contributed to Alaska's dependence on federal funds and called for their removal.

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Rep. Begich prioritizes economy and energy dominance in speech to AK lawmakers

Rep. Begich prioritizes economy, energy dominance and infrastructure in speech to Alaska lawmakers.

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'Alaska has become too federally dependent,' Congressman Begich tells state Legislature

The comments, in his first address to state lawmakers, come as Alaskans reckon with the effects of Trump’s broad efforts to cut government and consolidate his power.

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U.S. Rep. Nick Begich addresses the Alaska Legislature

U.S. Rep. Nick Begich III delivers his address to a joint session of the Alaska Legislature on Thursday at 11 a.m. This is the Republican Congressman’s first address to the Legislature since winning Alaska’s lone seat in the U.S. House of Representatives last November. Members of Alaska’s congressional delegation are invited to address the legislature each year to talk about their work advocating for Alaskan interests at the federal level. Liste…

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'Alaska has become too federally dependent,' Congressman Begich tells state Legislature

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Rep. Begich prioritizes economy and energy dominance in speech to AK lawmakers

Rep. Begich prioritizes economy and energy dominance in speech to AK lawmakers

'Alaska has become too federally dependent,' Congressman Begich tells state Legislature

'Alaska has become too federally dependent,' Congressman Begich tells state Legislature

U.S. Rep. Nick Begich addresses the Alaska Legislature

U.S. Rep. Nick Begich addresses the Alaska Legislature

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