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AK HB69

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/18/2011

Primary Sponsor

Leslie Gara

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Origin

House of Representatives

27th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Waives rental fees for public use cabins and overnight lodgings in state parks for Alaska resident veterans and individuals 65 years of age or older.

  • Provides free annual state park developed campsite permits to disabled veterans who are not Alaska residents, allowing use without charge or fee.

  • Defines "veteran" according to AS 38.05.067 and "developed campsite" as a campsite with restrooms, picnic table, outdoor cooking facility, and approved water source.

  • Narrows the previous language to specify the fee waiver applies only to disabled veterans who are non-residents, while extending free cabin rental specifically to resident veterans and seniors 65 and older.

  • Requires the department to report annually by February 1 on the number of permits issued to disabled veterans during the previous calendar year.

Legislative Description

Waive Park Fee For Veterans & Seniors

Residency

Last Action

REFERRED TO RESOURCES

1/18/2011

Committee Referrals

Resources1/18/2011

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