Lisa Murkowski
31:56 - 32:40
"Mr. Cruz, I, I don't usually say it before we've actually gone through the hearing process, but I am looking forward to supporting your nomination., and working with the Vice Chairman and our colleagues to move your nomination through the committee."
“Mr. Cruz, I, I don't usually say it before we've actually gone through the hearing process, but I am looking forward to supporting your nomination., and working with the Vice Chairman and our colleagues to move your nomination through the committee.”
- Speaker
- Lisa Murkowski
- Timestamp
- 31:56 – 32:40
- Community
- Alaska News
- Captured at
- June 24, 2026
From the transcript
I've also heard myself from tribal leaders in Alaska who have spoken highly of your understanding of the unique legal and policy framework that governs native health care and tribal programs. So, Mr. Cruz, I, I don't usually say it before we've actually gone through the hearing process, but I am looking forward to supporting your nomination., and working with the Vice Chairman and our colleagues to move your nomination through the committee. IHS needs a confirmed director. You know there's a lot of work ahead of you. We continue to face significant challenges, including workforce shortages, behavioral health needs, aging health facilities, and ensuring that tribal self-determination remains at the center of federal Indian health policy.
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