CS for House Joint Resolution No. 19(L&C) - Summary

• Alaska State Legislature supports widespread infrastructure investment in the state across transportation, energy, technology, broadband, water/sanitation, housing, and ports.

• State faces over $2 billion in deferred maintenance at state facilities and $1.3 billion at University of Alaska, plus $2.2 billion needed for clean water and sanitation in communities.

• Approximately 16,000 affordable homes are needed statewide at an estimated cost of $7 billion, and many residents lack adequate broadband access and endure high energy costs.

• Port of Alaska in Anchorage requires significant modernization investment for military readiness and serves 90 percent of the state's population; Alaska marine highway system needs vessel replacement and repair.

• Resolution directs copies be sent to President Biden, Vice President Harris, congressional leaders, and Alaska's U.S. congressional delegation to support federal infrastructure investment legislation.