Recognizing the sovereign decisions of the communities of Kipnuk and Kwigillingok to relocate in the wake of the devastation caused by Typhoon Halong; affirming the right of Alaska Native communities to self-determination; and urging full state and federal support for relocation of those communities.

This House Joint Resolution acknowledges the decision by the villages of Kipnuk and Kwigillingok to move to safer locations following the damage caused by Typhoon Halong. The bill affirms the right of Alaska Native communities to determine their own futures and urges state and federal leaders to provide full support for this relocation without directing the process. It specifically calls for the creation of a clear relocation plan with dedicated funding, the establishment of an interim housing site, and the preservation of disaster relief funds. Additionally, the resolution commits the legislature to ongoing engagement with affected communities to ensure swift and comprehensive assistance.