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in committee · Alaska · House May 2, 2024

HR 8193: Bristol Bay Protection Act

This bill codifies the Environmental Protection Agency's 2023 determination that the Pebble Mine project would cause unacceptable harm to Bristol Bay's salmon habitats. It makes the EPA's prohibition on the mine's waste disposal sites legally binding, directly affecting the Pebble Mine developers and protecting the watershed. The key provision permanently enforces the EPA's finding that the mine would destroy critical salmon streams, wetlands, and fishery areas vital to the region's ecosystem and Indigenous subsistence culture.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentCodifies EPA's 2023 finding to permanently protect Bristol Bay salmon habitats from Pebble Mine harm, making environmental protections legally binding.95% confidence
Mary Sattler Peltola (D) · 10 co-sponsors
passed · Alaska · House May 2, 2024

HR 6285: Alaska’s Right to Produce Act of 2023

HR 6285, the Alaska’s Right to Produce Act of 2023, requires the federal government to reissue canceled oil and gas leases on six specific tracts (16, 17, 24, 26, 27, and 30) in Alaska’s Coastal Plain. It mandates the Secretary of the Interior to accept the highest valid bids from January 2021 within 30 days and issue leases by December 2024, while blocking new environmental reviews for the program. The bill also nullifies federal actions that paused leasing, including a 2023 BLM rule and a 2021 Secretarial Order, and restricts judicial review of related approvals. This directly affects oil companies that bid on the canceled leases and the Bureau of Land Management, requiring them to proceed under the 2020 Record of Decision.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill mandates reissuance of oil/gas leases in Alaska Coastal Plain, blocking environmental reviews to advance fossil fuel production over renewables.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBill blocks environmental reviews, nullifies paused leasing, and mandates oil/gas lease reissuance without new environmental safeguards, prioritizing fossil fuel development over protection.92% confidence
Pete Stauber (R) · 16 co-sponsors
in committee · Alaska · Senate May 1, 2024

SJRES 74: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Greenhouse Gas Emissions Standards for Heavy-Duty Vehicles-Phase 3".

This joint resolution seeks congressional disapproval of a specific Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule setting greenhouse gas emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles (Phase 3). If passed, it would nullify the EPA rule (published April 22, 2024) under the Congressional Review Act, preventing it from taking effect. The rule directly affects manufacturers of trucks and buses by establishing new requirements for reducing emissions. The resolution does not create new standards but aims to block the existing EPA rule through a formal disapproval process.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks EPA rule setting GHG emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles, weakening clean energy regulations.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentSeeks to nullify EPA greenhouse gas emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles, weakening environmental regulations by preventing stricter emissions requirements from taking effect.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill seeks to block EPA emissions standards for heavy-duty vehicles, weakening regulatory requirements directly affecting transportation vehicle regulations.90% confidence
Dan Sullivan (R) · 44 co-sponsors
in committee · Alaska · Senate May 1, 2024

SJRES 75: A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Environmental Protection Agency relating to "Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles".

This joint resolution seeks to block an Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) rule that would set new emissions standards for light- and medium-duty vehicles sold in model years 2027 and later. It directly affects automakers, as the rule would require them to meet stricter pollution limits for these vehicles. The resolution uses a congressional disapproval process under federal law to prevent the EPA rule from taking effect. If passed, the rule would be invalidated, meaning automakers would not need to comply with the 2027+ emissions standards outlined in the EPA's April 2024 proposal.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks EPA emissions standards for vehicles, opposing stricter pollution limits that would advance clean energy standards for automakers.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks EPA emissions standards for vehicles, preventing stricter pollution controls required under the proposed rule.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBill blocks EPA emissions standards for vehicles, weakening regulatory requirements under transportation vehicle regulations.92% confidence
Pete Ricketts (R) · 48 co-sponsors
in committee · Alaska · House May 1, 2024

HR 8214: Alaskan Energy Production and Fisheries Protection Act

This bill requires the Secretary of the Interior to reissue six previously canceled oil and gas leases (tracts 16, 17, 24, 26, 27, and 30) in Alaska’s Coastal Plain within 30 days of enactment, using the terms and conditions from the 2020 Record of Decision. It directs federal agencies to reinstate all related permits, approvals, and environmental clearances for the leasing program and withdraws a proposed rule (88 Fed. Reg. 62025) that had paused leasing activities. The bill also nullifies Executive Order 13990 and Secretarial Order 3401 that had halted leasing, and blocks courts from reviewing agency actions related to the program. Note: The bill’s title mentions "Fisheries Protection," but the text contains no provisions addressing fisheries.
Topics ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBill explicitly reopens oil/gas leases in Alaska's Coastal Plain, advancing fossil fuel development over renewable energy policies per its requirements to reinstate permits and withdraw leasing pauses.95% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentRevives canceled oil/gas leases in ecologically sensitive Coastal Plain, reversing environmental pause (88 Fed. Reg. 62025), enabling fossil fuel extraction and weakening protections.95% confidence
Mary Sattler Peltola (D)
in committee · Alaska · Senate Apr 30, 2024

S 4214: Trafficking Survivors Relief Act of 2024

The Trafficking Survivors Relief Act of 2024 allows individuals convicted of certain Federal offenses (level A or B) or arrested for specific offenses (level A or C) to have their convictions vacated or arrest records expunged if their criminal activity was directly related to being a victim of human trafficking. The bill establishes a legal process where trafficking survivors can file motions with courts, supported by their testimony, to clear their records without needing to prove other persons were convicted. Courts must review these motions using a preponderance of evidence standard and may grant relief if the survivor demonstrates their offense was a direct result of trafficking. The law also creates a presumption of duress for trafficking survivors in court proceedings and requires U.S. attorneys to receive training on human trafficking indicators. Additionally, it mandates reports to Congress on the implementation and impact of the law, including the number of survivors filing motions and court outcomes.
Topics ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeExpunges trafficking-related convictions for survivors, reducing barriers to reintegration and advancing criminal justice reform by protecting civil rights and addressing systemic harm.95% confidence
Kirsten E. Gillibrand (D) · 9 co-sponsors
signed · Alaska · House Apr 24, 2024

HR 4389: Migratory Birds of the Americas Conservation Enhancements Act of 2023

HR 4389, the Migratory Birds of the Americas Conservation Enhancements Act of 2023, amends the Neotropical Migratory Bird Conservation Act to increase federal funding for conservation projects from 25% to 33.3% of eligible costs. It extends the authorization period for funding through 2028 and requires the Secretary to submit a report to Congress on collaboration efforts with partners. This bill directly affects conservation organizations, state governments, and local groups that receive federal funds to protect migratory birds traveling between the U.S. and the Neotropics (Central and South America, Caribbean). The changes provide more stable financial support and accountability for existing bird conservation programs.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentIncreases federal funding for bird conservation projects from 25% to 33.3% of eligible costs, extending support through 2028.95% confidence
Maria Elvira Salazar (R) · 19 co-sponsors
passed · Alaska · Senate Apr 19, 2024

SRES 655: A resolution honoring the life of Joseph Isadore Lieberman, former Senator for the State of Connecticut.

SRES 655 is a Senate resolution passed on April 18, 2024, to honor the late Joseph I. Lieberman, a former U.S. Senator from Connecticut (1988-2013), following his death. The resolution recognizes his career, including his role in creating the Department of Homeland Security, establishing the 9/11 Commission, and advocating for civil rights and environmental protections. It directs the Senate to adjourn in his memory and transmit a copy to his family, expressing the Senate's sorrow and respect. This procedural resolution does not create new laws or affect policy, as it solely commemorates his legacy.
Richard Blumenthal (D) · 99 co-sponsors
in committee · Alaska · Senate Apr 19, 2024

S 4198: Veterans Cemetery Access Act

S 4198, the Veterans Cemetery Access Act, requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to provide families of veterans buried in national cemeteries with direct same-day access to the cemetery without traveling through Department of Defense-controlled areas. It also directs the VA to prioritize federal grants for states that lack veterans' cemeteries when awarding funding under existing law. The bill directly affects veterans' families seeking timely cemetery access and states without dedicated veterans' burial sites. These changes aim to streamline family access to burial sites and support new cemetery development in underserved states.
Topics ✓ VeteransSupports VeteransBill mandates direct cemetery access for veterans' families and prioritizes grants for states lacking cemeteries, expanding burial access and infrastructure funding.95% confidence
Dan Sullivan (R)
in committee · Alaska · Senate Apr 18, 2024

S 4180: Contaminated Lands Reclamation Act of 2024

The Contaminated Lands Reclamation Act of 2024 creates a $35 million annual grant program (2025-2030) to help Alaska Native Corporations and Indian Tribes remediate contamination on lands conveyed to them under the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act (ANCSA). The bill explicitly allows funding for lands contaminated after conveyance if the Federal Government didn't cause the contamination, and expands eligibility for existing Brownfields funding programs to include ANCSA land. It also establishes a pilot program enabling Indian Tribes to directly manage eligible projects like water infrastructure. The legislation requires the Secretary of the Interior to develop a cleanup plan within 180 days and submit annual reports to Congress on progress.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds $35M annual grants for remediation of contaminated lands under ANCSA, directly advancing environmental protection and pollution control through cleanup programs.95% confidence
Dan Sullivan (R) · 1 co-sponsor
in committee · Alaska · Senate Apr 18, 2024

S 4191: Regional Leadership in Wildland Fire Research Act of 2024

The Regional Leadership in Wildland Fire Research Act of 2024 establishes seven regional wildland fire research centers at eligible institutions across seven U.S. regions (Alaska, California, Northern Rockies, Pacific Northwest, Pacific Islands, Southeast, and Southwest). Each center will develop predictive models for wildfire behavior, safety technologies, and career pathways while coordinating with federal agencies, tribal organizations, and state governments. The bill authorizes $300 million over five years ($60 million to $64 million annually) for these centers, plus $1 million annually for a National Center Coordination Board to oversee research efforts. The centers must make all research and data openly available to support wildfire management agencies and communities affected by wildfires. This legislation directly affects research institutions, federal wildfire management agencies, tribal organizations, and communities facing wildfire risks.
Topics ✓ EnvironmentSupports EnvironmentBill funds research centers for wildfire behavior prediction and safety technologies, directly supporting environmental protection and natural resource conservation.95% confidence
Ben Ray Luján (D) · 1 co-sponsor
failed · Alaska · Senate Apr 18, 2024

S 4072: A bill to prohibit the use of funds to implement, administer, or enforce certain rules of the Environmental Protection Agency.

This bill prohibits federal funding for implementing, administering, or enforcing specific Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) vehicle emissions rules. It directly affects the EPA's ability to enforce the proposed and final "Multi-Pollutant Emissions Standards for Model Years 2027 and Later Light-Duty and Medium-Duty Vehicles" rules. The key mechanism blocks all fiscal year 2024 funds from being used for these particular rules or any substantially similar future rules. The bill does not alter the rules themselves but prevents their enforcement through funding restrictions.
Topics ✗ Budget & TaxesOpposes Budget & TaxesBlocks federal funds for EPA emissions rule enforcement, defunding specific regulatory activities under fiscal management.95% confidence ✗ EnergyOpposes EnergyBlocks EPA vehicle emissions rules, weakening clean energy standards for transportation sector compliance.90% confidence ✗ EnvironmentOpposes EnvironmentBlocks EPA funding for vehicle emissions rules, weakening enforcement of pollution standards and deregulating environmental protections.95% confidence ✗ TransportationOpposes TransportationBlocks EPA funding for vehicle emissions rules, weakening transportation-related regulations under the EPA's vehicle standards.85% confidence
Mike Crapo (R) · 18 co-sponsors
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