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AK HB152
Bill
Status
5/6/2019
Primary Sponsor
Tiffany Zulkosky
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AI Summary
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Prohibits state agencies, municipalities, the University of Alaska, and school districts from banning individuals from wearing tribal regalia or carrying objects of traditional cultural significance at public events.
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Defines "public event" to include award ceremonies, graduation ceremonies, public meetings, and other events held or sponsored by covered state entities.
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Defines "tribal regalia" as clothing, accessories, and objects of cultural significance worn or carried during traditional tribal ceremonies, celebrations, or gatherings.
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Requires the Department of Administration to notify each federally recognized tribe in Alaska of this Act through written or electronic copy.
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Effective immediately upon enactment.
Legislative Description
Cultural Regalia At Public Events
School Districts
Last Action
REFERRED TO TRIBAL AFFAIRS
5/6/2019