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Support for Aged, Blind, or Disabled Alaska Natives

New rules make it easier for aged, blind, or disabled Alaska Natives to access assistance programs. Payments from settlement trusts will no longer count against their eligibility for benefits, potentially improving their financial and living situations.
Key points
Payments from Alaska Native settlement trusts will no longer reduce eligibility for aid.
This change benefits aged, blind, or disabled individuals, ensuring better access to support.
The aim is to improve the daily lives of the most vulnerable Alaska Native groups.
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Print number: 117_S_2524
Sponsor: Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK]
Process start date: 2021-07-28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

A bill 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 or 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_S_2524.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the Senate.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2021-07-28.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Payments from Alaska Native settlement trusts will no longer reduce eligibility for aid.
  • This change benefits aged, blind, or disabled individuals, ensuring better access to support.
  • The aim is to improve the daily lives of the most vulnerable Alaska Native groups.
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 Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Passed Senate without amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S10104; text: CR S10104)

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-29.

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