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AK HB113

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/21/2011

Primary Sponsor

David Guttenberg

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Origin

House of Representatives

27th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Establishes the Stampede State Recreation Area in Alaska to perpetuate public recreation, protect fish and wildlife habitat (particularly caribou and migratory birds), and maintain motorized and nonmotorized recreational opportunities while preserving the area's natural character.

  • Designates the commissioner as responsible for management of land and mineral estate, with a citizens advisory board (majority from Denali Borough) providing consultation before the commissioner adopts or revises a management plan after public hearings.

  • Prohibits commissioner from restricting lawful fishing, hunting, trapping rights set by the Board of Fisheries or Board of Game, and prohibits restriction of firearm use except where determined to be a public safety threat.

  • Requires the commissioner to allow specified recreational activities including hiking, bicycling, all-terrain vehicles, hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, camping, and wildlife viewing while recognizing traditional uses and minimizing additional infrastructure.

  • Authorizes the commissioner to acquire private property by purchase but prohibits use of eminent domain, and designates specific state-owned parcels in Townships 12-13 South, Ranges 8-11 West (Fairbanks Meridian) as the recreation area, excluding national park lands.

Legislative Description

Stampede State Recreation Area

Law Enforcement

Last Action

REFERRED TO RESOURCES

1/21/2011

Committee Referrals

Resources1/21/2011

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