"Kelp could be a game changer when it comes to renewables. My Democratic colleagues have long opposed petroleum-based goods; Kelp is renewable & is used in cosmetics, disposable packaging, biofuels & more. Why would my colleagues on the left oppose these Alaska-grown renewables?"Read on Twitter
Here are other recent tweets from Don Young:
"Unfortunately, our pro-kelp amendment was not supported by my Democratic committee colleagues, and I strongly condemn passage of legislation with provisions harmful to Alaska. I voted NO on the overall bill and will continue working to ensure it does not become law."Read on Twitter
"In the meantime, I encourage you to learn more about Alaskas kelp harvesters and their impressive operations here: adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg"Read on Twitter
"AK's kelp industry provides good jobs & is a valuable source of food and manufacturing material. Today, at a Natural Resources Committee markup, I voted YEA on an amendment offered by my friend, @RepBentz, to remove anti-kelp harvesting provisions supported by Democrats. [THREAD]"Read on Twitter
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