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Sen. Lisa Murkowski (@lisamurkowski) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Department of Education funding programs play a major role in educating Native students. This week, as Chair of Senate Committee on Indian Affairs I held a hearing to better understand the Indian Education programs at DOE and how they impact Native students, families, and schools across America.

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Yesterday, Chairman @LisaMurkowski and Vice Chairman Senator Brian Schatz led an oversight hearing on federal programs at the Department of Education that support Native American Students. Read more here: indian.senate.gov/newsroom/press…

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The U.S. Senate unanimously passed a bipartisan resolution led by Chairman Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Vice Chairman Senator Brian Schatz Commemorating the 50th Anniversary of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA). Read more here: indian.senate.gov/newsroom/press…

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Chairman Murkowski and Vice Chairman Schatz shared the following statements on the Senate unanimously passing their bipartisan resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA).

Chairman Murkowski and Vice Chairman Schatz shared the following statements on the Senate unanimously passing their bipartisan resolution commemorating the 50th anniversary of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (ISDEAA).
Sen. Maria Cantwell (@senatorcantwell) 's Twitter Profile Photo

May 5th is a day we remember the victims of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous People crisis and recognize the suffering of families and Native communities. We must stand together, continue to demand justice, and work together to get more law enforcement resources on the ground

Senator Mike Rounds (@senatorrounds) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Enjoyed chatting with several kids from the Rosebud Sioux, Cheyenne River Sioux and Crow Creek Sioux tribal communities who had some impressive exhibits on display at the Native Youth Policy Summit Expo in DC. Keep up the great work!

Enjoyed chatting with several kids from the Rosebud Sioux, Cheyenne River Sioux and Crow Creek Sioux tribal communities who had some impressive exhibits on display at the Native Youth Policy Summit Expo in DC. Keep up the great work!
Sen. Lisa Murkowski (@lisamurkowski) 's Twitter Profile Photo

On this day of awareness we acknowledge the families and communities who have lost loved ones to violence and those impacted by the ongoing crisis of missing and murdered Indigenous women, girls, and people. This week, we honor their memory, share their stories, and acknowledge

Senator Brian Schatz (@senbrianschatz) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Native women experience a murder rate 10x higher than the national average. In far too many instances, justice has not been served. We must continue to call attention to this crisis and demand accountability for victims and their families.

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Chairman Sen. Lisa Murkowski: "MMIWR Week is not just a spot on our calendars. This week serves as a call to action: to uplift the voices of victims and families, raise awareness, continue to push for solutions, and support those who grieve and search." #MMIWR nativenewsonline.net/opinion/sen-li…

National Council of Urban Indian Health (@ncuih_official) 's Twitter Profile Photo

NCUIH CEO Francys Crevier (Algonquin) thanked Senator Lisa Murkowski (Sen. Lisa Murkowski ), Chair of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs (Senate Committee on Indian Affairs), for her leadership on IHS workforce issues & her commitment to protecting the health of all Native people, including UIOs.

NCUIH CEO Francys Crevier (Algonquin) thanked Senator Lisa Murkowski (<a href="/lisamurkowski/">Sen. Lisa Murkowski</a> ), Chair of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs (<a href="/IndianCommittee/">Senate Committee on Indian Affairs</a>), for her leadership on IHS workforce issues &amp; her commitment to protecting the health of all Native people, including UIOs.
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Sen. Lisa Murkowski Senate Committee on Indian Affairs On Wednesday at 3:30 PM, the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs (Senate Committee on Indian Affairs) will hold a hearing focused on health impacts in Native communities. We are grateful for continued attention to these urgent issues. buff.ly/PX6VJD5

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Tomorrow, Wednesday, May 14, at 3:30 p.m. ET Chairman Sen. Lisa Murkowski and Vice Chairman Senator Brian Schatz will lead a hearing on delivering essential public health and social services to Native Americans through the Department of Health and Human Services. indian.senate.gov/newsroom/press…

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Today, the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs held a bipartisan roundtable with Tribal leaders and Native orgs to discuss the trust responsibility and Tribal programs. NCUIH stands with partners to defend Medicaid and fight against cuts to Tribal health programs.

Today, the <a href="/IndianCommittee/">Senate Committee on Indian Affairs</a> held a bipartisan roundtable with Tribal leaders and Native orgs to discuss the trust responsibility and Tribal programs. NCUIH stands with partners to defend Medicaid and fight against cuts to Tribal health programs.
Sen. Lisa Murkowski (@lisamurkowski) 's Twitter Profile Photo

Thank you to the Udall Foundation for promoting leadership, education, and collaboration and for allowing me to welcome their 2025 Native American Congressional Interns to Washington, DC. The investment in future leaders truly makes a difference. I hope that through this

Thank you to the Udall Foundation for promoting leadership, education, and collaboration and for allowing me to welcome their 2025 Native American Congressional Interns to Washington, DC. The investment in future leaders truly makes a difference. I hope that through this
Sen. Lisa Murkowski (@lisamurkowski) 's Twitter Profile Photo

The effects of the Exxon Valdez oil spill on Native people in the Chugach region are still felt – environmentally, socially and economically. We must continue to take steps to move forward with recovery and that includes fulfilling the promises of ANCSA to Chugach, the Alaska