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Support for Alaska Native Elders: Exclude Payments from Benefit Eligibility.

This bill aims to make it easier for Alaska Native elders to access assistance programs. Under the new rules, certain payments received by individuals aged 65 and older from Settlement Trusts will not be counted when determining their eligibility for various support programs. This means these additional funds will not negatively impact their ability to receive aid, potentially improving their financial and living situations.
Key points
Payments from Settlement Trusts to Alaska Natives aged 65 or older will not be counted as income for program eligibility.
The change ensures that elder Alaska Natives do not lose access to benefits due to receiving support from Settlement Trusts.
This act may improve financial security and access to services for older members of Alaska Native communities.
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Additional Information
To amend the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act to exclude certain payments to Alaska Native elders for determining eligibility for certain programs, and for other purposes.
Print number: HR 437
Sponsor: Rep. Young, Don [R-AK-At Large]
Process start date: 2021-01-21