Deleted Tweets From Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska

RT @IRSnews: #IRS reminder: There’s still time to file your 2017 federal income tax return and claim your refund. You must file… https://t.co/tDDOFV08SV

The decision to rescind the proposed 2020 Arctic rule will have detrimental impacts on our energy security, economic security, and conservation efforts that are supported by oil and gas revenues.

Today in a Senate Energy and Natural Resources Cmte hearing, I questioned the Director of the @BOEM_DOI Lefton to explain the administration’s decision to update the so-called “Arctic Rule” completely disregards the latest science regarding offshore resource development. https://t.co/8qK7WB5r4V

Most Americans are unaware that the Land and Water Conservation Fund is funded by of offshore energy development revenues, or that the Great American Outdoors Act – which funds restoration, conservation, and resilience projects – relies entirely on oil and gas revenues. https://t.co/YCzgqV3GhN

A strong blue economy will offer opportunities for supporting our coastal communities & residents-- sustainably putting more nutritious seafood on tables & developing better processes for managing transportation, energy development & recreation in our coastal & marine zones. https://t.co/dWGuusdoRN

Our bill harnesses innovation, takes action to strengthen the federal maritime workforce & drives the development of new marine technology— advancing data collection & supporting responsible stewardship and economic utilization of America’s oceans, bays, Great Lakes & estuaries. https://t.co/uQP3tNWb2z

Yesterday the U.S. Senate Commerce, Science & Transportation Committee advanced the BLUE GLOBE Act, my bipartisan bill with @SenatorWhitehouse. https://t.co/uBfuE1bdS6

Anything we can do to help enhance cybersecurity—no matter what the scale—is a step in the right direction.

I introduced the PROTECT Act, which incentivizes electric utilities to make cybersecurity investment & provides grants & technical assistance to smaller utilities not regulated by FERC, including many smaller isolated utility providers throughout #Alaska. https://t.co/EkJPcePBGO

The cyberattack on Colonial is an example of yet another brazen attack on our nation’s infrastructure and the impacts everyday Americans could see as a result. This is a threat I have been warning about throughout my tenure on the Senate Energy Committee.

The message I shared during an August 2020 hearing for the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee on the importance of improving the cybersecurity of the energy sector remains true today.

Thanks to everyone, including members of my staff, who joined me in taking part in Anchorage’s citywide cleanup. It’s a great excuse to get outside and keep Alaska beautiful. Every little bit helps! https://t.co/0W3hh4cgbG

Today is the beginning of the National Week of Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls. I encourage everyone to find your own way to take action, raise awareness, and help turn the tide of this crisis. #MMIWG https://t.co/TPxbeTa9DV

Big 30th birthday for our oldest son Nic. Verne and I are blessed to have sons that are good and kind men. Happy Birthday Nic! https://t.co/tF9qqv9QZn

Right now I'm speaking on the U.S. Senate floor about our national security and global competitiveness, particularly as they relate to domestic resource development. Tune in here: https://t.co/i6agRvx77A

In Alaska, #COVID19 has unfortunately exacerbated the challenges of homelessness. Through efforts at the local level as well as my work to address homelessness in the recent COVID relief package, I hope this vulnerable population will see significant relief. https://t.co/yBJwgrAsPz

While in Anchorage, I joined Lisa Saunder, CEO of Bean’s Café, the nonprofit operating the shelter, for a visit to the Sullivan Arena which has served as a temporary shelter for those experiencing homelessness throughout the #COVID19 pandemic. https://t.co/ZFu16dgele

The Alaska Space Grant Program at @UAFairbanks stipends students majoring in STEM & supports extensive research projects. Our bill backs that good work by increasing teaching, research & education in the fields of aerospace, earth science, and other NASA related disciplines.

Thank you to Anchorage forensic nurse Tara Henry for joining us today to speak to the need for this legislation in Alaska and how we must ensure all victims of sexual assault have a path to justice—regardless of where they live.

I also raised a number of Alaska specific issues, including America’s strategic role in the #Arctic, Canada’s recent cruise ship ban, the Ted Stevens Center for Arctic Security Studies, America’s reliance on foreign production of critical minerals, and US-China trade relations.

The @USArmy recently released its first-ever strategy for the #Arctic—Regaining Arctic Dominance. Their strategy demonstrates the importance of the region and lays out a comprehensive plan to capitalize on the opportunities and challenges in the Arctic—including training. https://t.co/S4c97pthA8

We must continue to bolster the mental health of our healthcare providers as they continue to operate on the frontlines against this pandemic.

During the hearing I questioned witnesses on the effectiveness of counteracting the oncoming crisis through the Crisis Now model, which is a framework for expanding behavioral health crisis response - one that has been utilized in Alaska to address the mental health issues. https://t.co/um03UEmYuY

I recently took part in a HELP Committee hearing focused on the mental health challenges healthcare professionals have faced in supporting the public health & medical response to COVID, providing care to patients, & distributing & administering #COVID19 medical countermeasures.

Our nation is experiencing an additional component of the pandemic—the mental and behavioral health impact. There is an urgent need to ensure healthcare providers have access to mental and behavioral health services. https://t.co/DG4kQOFxCj

Last year, I supported an effort by the @CCHRC_Alaska and the @NREL to reestablish the Arctic Energy Office which will be essential to advancing clean energy and cold climate technologies to maintain energy security in the #Arctic.

This time-honored competition tests the strength and determination of fierce participants. I will continue to support this storied tradition and celebrate the human and canine participants who uphold our unique traditions as they make their journey across the state.

I recently penned an Op-Ed w/ @SenDanSullivan & @RepDonYoung speaking to the importance of the Iditarod. We must stand up and push back against egregious misinformation and opinionated attacks against the Last Great Race on Earth. https://t.co/ElosCSikXU

RT @newsminer: Hurley, who died Sunday, spent decades in public service in Alaska, starting with assistant to Gruening. https://t.co/e4TyvP6SuY

My deepest thanks to the healthcare workers are Bartlett, and across Alaska, who continue to serve on the frontlines of the pandemic.

Their staff also provided an update on their efforts to address the mental health impacts of the pandemic, a too-often overlooked aspect of the pandemic. As we continue to address #COVID19 on all fronts, increased testing capacity will be critical to protecting our communities. https://t.co/EDLn5aWtdr

I recently visited Bartlett Regional Hospital to view their new #COVID19 testing lab. They showed me their new COVID-19 test analyzer, which will greatly expand and accelerate Juneau’s testing capacity once it is fully operational. https://t.co/QLMtEkvKlz

It is also critical for America to rebuild our domestic critical minerals supply chains. During the hearing I thanked Dr. Birol & Mr. Mills for recognizing the importance of minerals in transitioning to clean energy systems & reinforced the need for it to remain a priority. https://t.co/Tn2mmHfZ6E

Senior Fellow at the Manhattan Institute Mark Mills echoed concerns over pushing O&G production to other countries that are less efficient and clean than the U.S. The U.S. must maintain our position of power as an O&G producer. https://t.co/TqASdQqblz

.@IEA Director Faith Birol confirmed that, if our O&G production declines, strong global demand will mean the gap will be met mainly by cheap-cost Middle East countries. https://t.co/96XHeBb5C1

RT @Alaska_DHSS: Thanks to the willingness of Alaskans to get vaccinated & the hard work of many partners statewide, Alaska currentl… https://t.co/UjcBLlYGJI

Do you want to help feed more people in your community? Grow more nutritious food for your family, school, church, or tribe? Apply for Micro-Grant for Food Security funding at https://t.co/ImZeCG6Vhp

RT @USTreasury: Treasury and IRS release FAQs to help small and midsize businesses navigate paid sick and family leave tax credits. https://t.co/IVk3BeC7jw

As we continue to navigate the challenges our nation is facing, I encourage us all to not only reflect upon on the words of the late Dr. King, but to act on them. #MLK

Today, we pause to remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., a civil rights hero who fought tirelessly for justice and equality for all Americans. Dr. King’s message of building bridges and working to understand one another is now as important as ever. #MLKDay