An Act relating to notice requirements for certain state actions.
HB 179 requires state agencies to provide public notice before leasing state land for recreational facilities or mineral development. It mandates that the commissioner give at least 30 days' notice to municipalities, Alaska Native corporations, village corporations, and affected residents about proposed land use, including posting details on the Alaska Online Public Notice System and in local newspapers. The notice must include location specifics and invite public comments, which become part of the official record. These requirements apply to both recreational facility leasing (Section 1) and mineral lease notifications (Section 3), ensuring transparency in state land management decisions.
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Apr 2025
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Introduced Apr 9, 2025
Last action Apr 9, 2025
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