Rep. Kawasaki’s Juneau Note: Special Call to Action
February 14, 2012
Democracy works when people claim it as their own.
~BILL MOYERS, The Nation, Jan. 22, 2007
Public testimony is an extremely important part of the democratic process. I often hear about the lack of interest in the political system today. I still find that hard to believe. Today, there are several opportunities to become engaged in an issue that is important to you. I’ve sponsored two bills that are scheduled to be heard in House committees that directly focus on SAFETY and FISH.
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Frankenfish Opposition Earns Rep. Kawasaki Legislator of the Year Award
March 17, 2011
Kawasaki one of five legislators to earn award from Alaska Youth for Environmental Action
JUNEAU – Today, students from around Alaska presented Rep. Scott Kawasaki (D-Fairbanks) with Alaska Youth for Environmental Action’s Legislator of the Year award for his work opposing genetically-modified salmon, often referred to as “Frankenfish.” Rep. Kawasaki is one of five legislators receiving the award this year.
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“Say No To Frankenfish” Legislation on the Move
February 11, 2011
Today, the House Fisheries Committee moved a resolution urging the federal government not to approve the sale of genetically modified salmon, often referred to in Alaska as “Frankenfish.” Sponsors of the legislation ( HJR 8 ) were pleased the committee saw it fit to allow the resolution to continue on the path to final passage. Afterward, they reiterated the importance of maintaining the purity of Alaska’s wild fish stocks.
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