Nick Begich Commended 45 Million Acres Being Returned To Alaska’s Native People, But Claimed “Much Remains To Be Done”

Begich Commended 45 Million Acres Being Returned To Alaska’s Native People, But Claimed “Much Remains To Be Done.” [Facebook, Nick Begich, 11/26/23]

Image: see original report, p. 212

[Facebook, Nick Begich, 11/26/23]

Begich Claimed Alaska Needs “To Develop Its Transportation Infrastructure, Including Roads To Rural Alaska.” “He added Alaska needs to develop its transportation infrastructure, including roads to rural Alaska ‘because it will drive their costs down a bit.’ ‘We’ve seen in many places that people have to fly their goods out of Anchorage or Fairbanks and that can add 50 cents to a dollar per pound depending on where you go,’ Begich said.” [Fairbanks Daily News-Miner, 1/26/24]

Begich Supported The Development Of Roads, Rail, Bridges and Tunnels In Alaska, And Supported The Alaska To Alberta Railway Project. “Infrastructure Development: Roads, Rail, Bridges, and Tunnels Expanding and improving our transportation infrastructure is essential for reducing costs and enhancing connectivity. Projects like the Juneau Access Road and the road to Cordova are just a couple of the potential enhancements that can drastically improve access to disconnected communities, reduce reliance on expensive air and ferry services, and lower the cost of goods and services. Projects like the Ambler District Road will facilitate access to valuable mineral resources, creating jobs and boosting depressed local economies, while roads to rural hubs like Nome will significantly enhance the connectivity of remote communities. In addition to road projects, the Alaska to Alberta (A2A) Railway Project continues to represent a significant opportunity to link Alaska to the North American rail network. This will improve trade and transportation options, opening new economic opportunities for Alaskans.” [Alaska Beacon, 9/12/24]

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