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AK SB108

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/17/2009

Primary Sponsor

Joe Thomas

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Origin

Senate

26th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Creates the Stampede State Recreation Area by designating specific state-owned lands in six townships near Denali, excluding national park lands, for public recreation purposes

  • Establishes area management responsibilities with the commissioner handling land and mineral estate management and the Department of Fish and Game managing fish and game resources

  • Permits all-terrain vehicles, watercraft, snowmobiles, horseback riding, hiking, bicycling, hunting, fishing, and other motorized and nonmotorized recreational activities within the area

  • Prohibits the state from acquiring privately owned land through eminent domain for inclusion in the recreation area, though voluntary purchases are authorized

  • Restricts the commissioner's authority to prohibit lawful hunting, fishing, trapping, and weapon use except where weapons pose a public safety threat, and requires consultation with Denali Borough Assembly on management decisions

Legislative Description

Stampede State Recreation Area

Law Enforcement

Last Action

REFERRED TO FINANCE

4/11/2009

Committee Referrals

Finance4/11/2009
Resources2/17/2009

Full Bill Text

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