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TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2003

Senator Lisa Murkowski, Republican of Alaska, has been named to the Senate Indian Affairs Committee for the 108th Congress.

Murkowski replaces the seat vacated by her father Frank Murkowski, who was elected governor of Alaska. In a statement, she said she looked forward to addressing the economic development, infrastructure and health care needs of Alaska Natives.

Also joining the committee is Sen. Gordon Smith, Republican of Oregon. Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell, Republican of Colorado, will chair the panel while Sen. Daniel Inouye, Democrat of Hawaii, will serve as vice-chairman.

Relevant Links:
Senate Indian Affairs Committee - http://indian.senate.gov
Sen. Lisa Murkowski - http://murkowski.senate.gov