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Alaska: Land Returned to Native Villages, No More Forced Conveyances

This new law changes how land is managed for Alaska Native communities. Village Corporations are no longer required to give land to the State for future city development. If land was already given and no city was formed, it can now be returned to the Village Corporation. This gives more control over land back to Native communities.
Key points
Alaska Native Village Corporations are no longer forced to convey land to the State for future municipal corporations.
Land previously conveyed to the State for unestablished municipal corporations can now revert to the Village Corporations.
These changes aim to restore land control to Alaska Native communities.
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VOTING RESULTS
2025-02-04
100%
For 412
Against 1
Abstain 0
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Became Law
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Additional Information
Print number: 119_HR_43
Sponsor: Rep. Begich, Nicholas [R-AK-At Large]
Process start date: 2025-01-03
Voting date: 2025-02-04
Meeting no: 1
Voting no: 28
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Alaska Native Village Municipal Lands Restoration Act of 2025

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 119_HR_43.

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:

  • Alaska Native Village Corporations are no longer forced to convey land to the State for future municipal corporations.
  • Land previously conveyed to the State for unestablished municipal corporations can now revert to the Village Corporations.
  • These changes aim to restore land control to Alaska Native communities.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Became Law.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Where is the official voting record?

The official roll call vote is recorded at: voting record

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: Became Public Law No: 119-23.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-23.

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