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Recognition and Compensation for Unrecognized Alaska Native Communities

This act aims to correct a historical oversight by granting five previously unrecognized Alaska Native communities the right to form their own corporations and receive land. This will empower residents of these communities to control their resources, foster economic development, and preserve their cultural heritage.
Key points
Five Alaska Native communities (Haines, Ketchikan, Petersburg, Tenakee, Wrangell) will be recognized and allowed to form Urban Corporations.
Each corporation will receive approximately 23,040 acres of federal land as compensation for past omissions from settlement acts.
Eligible Native individuals from these communities will become shareholders in the new corporations, gaining a stake in resource management and profits.
The conveyed lands will remain open for public recreational uses like hunting and fishing, subject to reasonable restrictions.
New corporations can establish settlement trusts to support the health, education, and welfare of their members, and preserve Native heritage.
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_41
Sponsor: Rep. Begich, Nicholas [R-AK-At Large]
Process start date: 2025-01-03
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Unrecognized Southeast Alaska Native Communities Recognition and Compensation Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_41.

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 2025-01-03.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Five Alaska Native communities (Haines, Ketchikan, Petersburg, Tenakee, Wrangell) will be recognized and allowed to form Urban Corporations.
  • Each corporation will receive approximately 23,040 acres of federal land as compensation for past omissions from settlement acts.
  • Eligible Native individuals from these communities will become shareholders in the new corporations, gaining a stake in resource management and profits.
  • The conveyed lands will remain open for public recreational uses like hunting and fishing, subject to reasonable restrictions.
  • New corporations can establish settlement trusts to support the health, education, and welfare of their members, and preserve Native heritage.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Introduced.

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. Begich, Nicholas [R-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 2025-12-22.

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