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Support for Elderly and Disabled Alaska Natives

This bill aims to ease access to assistance programs for aged, blind, or disabled Alaska Natives. The changes mean that certain payments from settlement trusts will no longer be considered when determining their eligibility for benefits, potentially improving their financial situation and access to support.
Key points
Payments from settlement trusts to aged, blind, or disabled Alaska Natives will no longer affect their eligibility for assistance programs.
The change ensures these individuals do not lose access to essential benefits due to receiving support from settlement trusts.
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Print number: 117_HR_9269
Sponsor: Rep. Peltola, Mary Sattler [D-AK-At Large]
Process start date: 2022-11-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

To amend the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act to exclude certain payments to aged, blind, or disabled Alaska Natives or descendants of Alaska Natives from being used to determine eligibility for certain programs, and for other purposes.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 117_HR_9269.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2022-11-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Payments from settlement trusts to aged, blind, or disabled Alaska Natives will no longer affect their eligibility for assistance programs.
  • The change ensures these individuals do not lose access to essential benefits due to receiving support from settlement trusts.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Peltola, Mary Sattler [D-AK-At Large].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Natural Resources.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-28.

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