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AK SB199
Bill
Status
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Catherine Giessel
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AI Summary
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Repeals the Alaska Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission (CFEC) as an independent agency and transfers all its duties to the Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G)
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Establishes a new "commercial fisheries office" as a regulatory and quasi-judicial office within the office of the Commissioner of Fish and Game
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Transfers adjudicatory proceedings (hearings and appeals) related to commercial fishing permits to the Office of Administrative Hearings (OAH) under AS 44.64
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Maintains all existing limited entry permit functions including issuance, transfer, renewal, and buy-back programs, with the Department of Fish and Game assuming authority previously held by the Commission
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Provides transition provisions ensuring pending litigation, regulations, contracts, and employee positions transfer from CFEC to ADF&G, with existing permits and regulations remaining valid
Legislative Description
Commer Fish Lim Entry Commn: Xfer To Adfg
Licensing
Last Action
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1/21/2026