Finalizing Land Rights for Alaska Native Community
This act aims to finalize land ownership for the Cape Fox community in Alaska, granting them access to approximately 180 acres of federal land. This resolves long-standing land claims, potentially impacting the local community's development and economic opportunities. The act also ensures continued public access to certain areas.
Key points
The Cape Fox community will receive approximately 180 acres of federal land in the Tongass National Forest, finalizing their land claims.
The act waives the requirement for Cape Fox to select other previously designated lands, simplifying the process.
Public access to certain areas of the conveyed land will be maintained, allowing for continued recreational use.
Finalizing land rights may open new economic and social development opportunities for Alaska Native people.
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