What a difference a congressman makes. Sixteen months ago, Rep. Mary Peltola was telling America that President Joe Biden was “one of the one of the smartest, sharpest people I’ve met in DC.” Lying to Alaskans, while the whole world could see that Biden was feeble in both body and mind, Peltola persisted through the year to prop up the puppet president and his reign of terror on Alaska’s economy.
That was then. This is now.
In his first 100 days as Alaska’s congressman, Nick Begich has wasted no time making his presence known on Capitol Hill. A freshman lawmaker with a fast-moving agenda, Begich has not only passed landmark legislation but also taken on influential committee roles and championed Alaska priorities across the board.
Begich, since being sworn in on Jan. 3, is the first freshman member of the 119th Congress to pass legislation out of the US House.
Among the bills he’s ushered through the chamber are two pieces of landmark legislation for Alaska Native communities — House Resolution 42, the Alaska Native Settlement Trust Eligibility Act, and House Resolution 43, the Alaska Native Village Municipal Lands Restoration Act of 2025. Both aim to empower local governance.
He also introduced HR 410, the Alaska Native Vietnam Era Veterans Land Allotment Extension Act, which extends land claim opportunities for Native veterans, and HR 1368, the DOE and NASA Interagency Research Coordination Act, to boost federal scientific collaboration, which also passed the House.
Begich has also stepped into the national tech arena with HR 2032, the BITCOIN Act of 2025, aimed at creating a regulatory framework for digital assets that balances innovation with individual liberty.
Addressing youth mental health, he teamed up with Congresswoman Gillen of New York on the bipartisan Youth Suicide Prevention Research Act, HR 2630, which seeks to strengthen research and prevention resources amid a growing national crisis, one that is particularly rough in Alaska.
Begich’s early influence in Congress is shown in the appointments received to three powerful committees: Natural Resources, Transportation and Infrastructure, and Science, Space & Technology.
He holds two vice chair roles — on the Energy & Mineral Resources Subcommittee and the Subcommittee on Railroads, Pipelines, and Hazardous Materials. These are positions rarely given to freshmen.
The assignments place him in direct control over policy areas deeply relevant to Alaska, including energy development, infrastructure expansion, and environmental science.
He has cosponsored a number of bills, including:
“Protecting American Energy Production Act,” which prevents the federal government from banning hydraulic fracturing without Congressional authorization.
“Superior National Forest Restoration Act of 2025,” which rescinds Public Land Order 7917, reinstates mineral leases and permits, and ensures timely review of Mine Plans of Operations in the Superior National Forest.
“Fix Our Forests Act,” which stablishes requirements for managing forests on federal land, including reducing wildfire threats and expediting review of forest management projects.
“No Iranian Energy Act,” legislation that imposes sanctions on entities involved in Iraq’s importation of natural gas from Iran.
“HALT Fentanyl Act,” which classifies fentanyl-related substances as Schedule I drugs and increases penalties for trafficking.
“Veterans’ ACCESS Act of 2025,” legislation that improves veterans’ access to healthcare by expanding eligibility, reducing wait times, and increasing service availability.
“Disabled Veterans Housing Support Act,” which excludes service-connected disability compensation when determining eligibility for certain housing assistance programs
“Secretary of the Coast Guard Act,” legislation that would establish a Cabinet-level Secretary of the Coast Guard to oversee all Coast Guard operations and activities.
“United States Reciprocal Trade Act,” which authorizes the President to impose reciprocal duties or restrictions on foreign goods equivalent to those imposed on U.S. goods.
“Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act,” which requires healthcare practitioners to provide the same care to infants born alive after an attempted abortion as to any other newborn.
“Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act,” which prevents violence against women by individuals unlawfully present in the U.S. by imposing stricter penalties and enhancing enforcement measures.
“REMAIN in Mexico Act of 2025,” which requires the Department of Homeland Security to implement the Migrant Protection Protocols, mandating that certain asylum seekers wait in Mexico during their immigration proceedings.
“Hearing Protection Act,” which removes firearm silencers from the list of items regulated under the National Firearms Act.
“Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act”, which allows individuals with valid concealed carry permits from one state to carry concealed firearms in other states that permit concealed carry.
“Chiropractic Medicare Coverage Modernization Act of 2025,” which provides Medicare coverage for all physicians’ services furnished by chiropractors within the scope of their license.
He has also been tapped to serve as Speaker Pro Tempore twice since taking his oath of office, another honor rarely bestowed a freshman.
Constituent relations has been strong, a very big reversal from the Peltola years, when constituent concerns were ignored. Begich has helped return more than $460,000 to constituents through his staff’s relentless casework and he has closed over 100 individual cases in 100 days. In total, he’s held 50 meetings across Alaska and another 100 with constituents and stakeholders who traveled to Washington, DC.
Begich has also thrown his support behind a slate of conservative legislative priorities, co-sponsoring bills such as the HALT Fentanyl Act, the Veterans’ ACCESS Act, and the Preventing Violence Against Women by Illegal Aliens Act. His co-sponsorships range from energy and trade policy to veterans’ benefits and gun rights, aligning him with the broader America-First movement.
Among the high-profile legislation he supports are the Born-Alive Abortion Survivors Protection Act, the Remain in Mexico Act, and the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act.
Begich’s first 100 days also align closely with the broader goals of House Republicans in the 119th Congress. Notably, the Laken Riley Act — named in response to national outrage over crime and immigration — was signed into law. The GOP has also passed a budget resolution and rolled back onerous Biden-era energy regulations, steps Begich says are vital to unlocking Alaska’s full economic potential.
“In just the first 100 days, we’ve set a strong foundation — passing legislation, advocating for Alaska’s right to develop our resources, and making the case for Alaska in Washington, D.C. From advancing Alaska Native sovereignty to championing digital innovation and standing up for resource development, our team is working every angle to deliver for Alaskans. That is what I came here to do –- tell Alaska’s story in the halls of Congress, and I will continue that mission as I serve the people of our great state. This is just the beginning,” Begich said.
Thank GOD Begich was voted in!! I am so glad Peltola is gone!!
Bring home Mr Garcia from El Salvador
Naw, he’s an illegal alien.
As soon as he comes back he will be deported.
With extreme prejudice – unless you’ll let him come stay with you.
Yeah, didn’t think so.
Deport
Yes and promptly deport him. Somewhere else
Gitmo. A great resort for terrorists and Democrats.
WOW … a helluva accomplishment! What this demonstrates is that we made the right decision electing NB3. I bet Kelly-T would produce similar results when we get her elected in 2028, replacing Lisa in the Senate, that’s if Lisa lasts that long and doesn’t experience unfortunate circumstances.
Nick is likable and electable;
not so Kelly T.
Rep Don Young would be applauding Nick. I’m sure there are other mentors that helped bring this success to fruition. The new standard in Alaska has been set high for all to see.
Would be awesome as a Senator.
Exceeding expectations.
Good work Nick keep it up. We are very happy you are in office, thank you.
Way to go Congressman Begich!
NB3 has surpassed our highest expectations. So glad to share blood with this spectacular young man. He’s made me a true believer.
Rob B. Let’s start by replacing Ukraine Dan in 2026 and then baby killer Lisa in 2028
I am waiting on a response to my request for information on who, or what agency is behind the upper atmosphere seeding that is going on daily through the Valley and behind the mountains from the north. No one has been able to answer that question to date and it is having an impact on the plants, flowers, seeds, concerning germination. So far, from the Governor’s office, Senator’s offices each had said the other is responsible for answering this question. Someone has to know what and who is chem-trailing our upper atmosphere and what they are using to do it. Just asking!