Alaska Wilderness League Applauds Leadership of Representative Raúl Grijalva

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Date: 12/2/2024 
Contact: Anja Semanco | anja@alaskawild.org | 724-967-2777 

Alaska Wilderness League Applauds Leadership of Representative Raúl Grijalva 

Washington, D.C. – Alaska Wilderness League expresses its deep gratitude to Representative Raúl Grijalva (D-Ariz.) for his exceptional leadership as Ranking Member of the House Natural Resources Committee. His decision this week to pass the torch marks the end of an era defined by unwavering dedication to environmental stewardship and justice. 

“As a steadfast champion of the Arctic Refuge, Grijalva has tirelessly supported legislation to permanently protect this iconic wilderness, stood shoulder to shoulder with the Gwich’in people in defending their ancestral lands, and helped stop all oil and gas leases on the Refuge’s Coastal Plain,” said Kristen Miller, executive director of Alaska Wilderness League. “Under his tenure, we have witnessed significant progress for disenfranchised communities and for wild Alaska. He has fought to stop oil and gas development across America’s Arctic—a testament to his unwavering commitment to protecting our planet for future generations.” 

Rep. Grijalva leaves an impressive legacy of protecting wild places that will inspire the next generation of leaders. We stand ready to work with incoming leadership to ensure that Alaska’s wild lands, wildlife, and communities remain at the forefront of federal protections. 

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