AK HJR16

Urges federal executive departments and agencies to recognize powers reserved to states under the Tenth Amendment and reduce regulatory burdens on states.

Requires federal agencies to establish a clear process providing states and municipalities early, meaningful input in developing regulations with federalism implications.

Mandates preparation of federalism assessments for regulations with substantial direct effects on states, identifying costs, burdens, and effects on traditional state governmental functions.

Requires federal agencies to provide new funds sufficient to pay direct compliance costs for regulations with federalism implications and to decide waiver applications within 120 days.

Directs copies be sent to the President, Vice President, congressional leadership, and Alaska's federal delegation.