Alaska Congressional Bills

in committee · Alaska · House Nov 25, 2025

HRES 911: Recognizing National Native American Heritage Month and celebrating the heritages and cultures of Native Americans and the contributions of Native Americans to the United States.

HRES 911 is a symbolic resolution recognizing National Native American Heritage Month (November 1-30) and Native American Heritage Day, as established by prior law. It urges the public to observe these occasions through programs that celebrate Native American cultures, heritages, and contributions to U.S. history, including fields like agriculture, medicine, military service, and language. The resolution does not create new legal requirements but formally acknowledges the ongoing significance of Native American communities and their historical impact. It aligns with existing congressional support for Tribal self-governance and honors the contributions of Native Americans as documented in the 2009 Native American Heritage Day Act.

in committee · Alaska · House Nov 25, 2025

HR 6304: AI for America Act

HR 6304, the "AI for America Act," requires federal agencies to develop an action plan by July 2027 focused on AI leadership, security risks, and bias mitigation, along with biennial updates. It mandates identifying regulatory barriers to AI adoption in healthcare, scientific research, and transportation within one year of enactment. Additionally, the bill directs the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) to submit a report within one year on methods to detect security risks and ideological bias in AI systems, including third-party audits and public disclosure protocols. The bill primarily affects federal agencies like OSTP and NIST, setting procedural deadlines without creating new funding or direct regulatory changes for AI developers.

Topics ✓ Technology ✓ Transportation

in committee · Alaska · House Nov 21, 2025

HR 6285: Native Arts and Culture Promotion Act

The Native Arts and Culture Promotion Act amends the American Indian, Alaska Native, and Native Hawaiian Culture and Art Development Act to update governance for grants supporting Native Hawaiian art and culture. It requires that governing boards for these grants include Native Hawaiians and recognized experts in Native Hawaiian art, with members serving fixed terms. The bill also removes the word "private" from a section of the law, clarifying that such grants are not restricted to private entities. These changes specifically apply to Native Hawaiian cultural programs and do not alter funding or administration for other tribal groups.

in committee · Alaska · House Nov 21, 2025

HR 6250: Cold Weather Diesel Reliability Act of 2025

This bill allows diesel vehicles operating in extremely cold regions to temporarily disable engine shutdowns and emissions-related functions when temperatures drop below freezing, ensuring critical transportation and emergency services remain operational. It grants year-round exemptions from diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) system requirements for vehicles primarily operating north of 59°N latitude or in areas where DEF systems become impractical due to prolonged freezing conditions. The exemptions apply only during cold weather (below freezing) for engine derates/shutdowns or permanently for DEF systems, without altering emissions standards outside these specific conditions. It directly affects diesel vehicles used by emergency responders, rural transport, and critical infrastructure in Arctic or sub-Arctic regions. The EPA must implement these changes within 180 days of the bill’s enactment.

Topics ✗ Environment ✓ Transportation

in committee · Alaska · House Nov 21, 2025

HR 6233: Commercial Motor Vehicle English Proficiency Act

This bill requires commercial motor vehicle drivers to demonstrate English proficiency to pass knowledge tests or receive certification. Starting two years after enactment, drivers must understand English traffic signs, communicate with safety officers (like border patrol), and exchange directions in English while operating vehicles. It bans administering these tests in any language other than English and mandates the Transportation Secretary to update related regulations within two years. The law directly affects commercial drivers seeking certification or renewing licenses under federal rules.

Topics ✓ Transportation

in committee · Alaska · Senate Nov 20, 2025

S 3267: ASAP Act

S 3267, the ASAP Act, would require Medicare to cover early detection screening tests for Alzheimer's disease and related dementias starting January 1, 2028. The bill defines these tests as FDA-cleared or approved blood, genomic, or imaging-based screenings for pre-symptomatic or early-stage detection. It directly affects Medicare beneficiaries aged 65+ who may be at risk for Alzheimer's, ensuring coverage for these specific tests once approved. The key provision adds these screenings to Medicare's payment system under Section 1833(h)(1)(A) of the Social Security Act.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

Susan M. Collins (R) · 54 co-sponsors

in committee · Alaska · Senate Nov 20, 2025

S 3280: Measuring Availability of Providers (MAP) for Veterans Act

The Measuring Availability of Providers (MAP) for Veterans Act requires the Department of Veterans Affairs to study whether establishing full-service VA hospitals in Alaska, Hawaii, and New Hampshire is feasible, with results to be published online within one year. It also amends the law to ensure veterans in these states retain access to the Veterans Community Care Program without interruption if a new VA hospital is built. The amendment specifies that this continued access applies as of the bill's enactment date, preventing gaps in care during transitions. The bill focuses on planning for potential VA facility expansion and maintaining current healthcare access for veterans in those states.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Veterans

in committee · Alaska · House Nov 20, 2025

HR 6184: NOAA Data Preservation Act

This bill prevents the Secretary of Commerce from ending cloud storage contracts for NOAA data without meeting specific requirements. It directly affects the Secretary of Commerce and NOAA's data storage contracts with cloud providers. The law requires the Secretary to create a plan for transitioning data to another cloud provider and to work with NOAA's Administrator to maintain continuous data protection. This ensures NOAA's critical environmental and oceanographic data remains accessible and secure during any contract changes.

Topics ✓ Environment ✓ Technology

Sarah Elfreth (D) · 17 co-sponsors

in committee · Alaska · Senate Nov 19, 2025

SJRES 96: A joint resolution requesting the Secretary of the Interior to authorize unique and one-time arrangements for displays on the National Mall and the Washington Monument during the period beginning on December 31, 2025, and ending on January 5, 2026.

This joint resolution requests the Secretary of the Interior to authorize special, one-time public displays on the National Mall and Washington Monument from December 31, 2025, through January 5, 2026. The displays would include five nights of projected content (such as historical footage and commemorative materials) on the Washington Monument, alongside other artifacts and digital exhibits, to mark the start of the 250th anniversary celebrations of U.S. founding. The resolution cites past events like the 1976 bicentennial and 2019 Apollo 50th anniversary commemorations as precedents for similar public displays. As a non-binding request, it does not create new law but asks the agency to permit these specific arrangements as part of the Semiquincentennial Commission's planned events.

in committee · Alaska · Senate Nov 19, 2025

S 3220: VISIT USA Act

This bill transfers $160 million from the Travel Promotion Fund to Brand USA (the Corporation for Travel Promotion) to support international tourism marketing. The funds come from unobligated balances of fees collected under the Immigration and Nationality Act before October 1, 2025. The transfer is exempt from standard spending limits under the Travel Promotion Act of 2009 and requires Brand USA to follow existing matching fund rules. The bill directly affects Brand USA's funding for promoting U.S. travel internationally.

in committee · Alaska · Senate Nov 19, 2025

S 3225: Fishing Industry Safety, Health, and Wellness Improvement Act of 2025

This bill increases federal funding for fishing industry safety programs from $3 million to $6 million annually (2025-2029) and requires new training focused on behavioral and physical health risks - including substance use disorder and worker fatigue - for commercial fishing vessel operators and crewmembers. It mandates that safety training programs address these specific health risks and expands research grants to include wellness initiatives. Grants will be awarded competitively with criteria developed in consultation with the Coast Guard. The law directly affects commercial fishing crews and operators by requiring health-risk training and increasing funding for wellness-focused safety programs.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · Alaska · Senate Nov 19, 2025

S 3203: Enhancing Arctic Readiness Act of 2025

This bill (S 3203) requires the U.S. Army Secretary to submit a report by January 15, 2026, to Congress identifying potential locations for expanding Arctic training exercises. The report must specify sites for conducting cold-weather military courses and analyze challenges of operating in extreme cold conditions. It does not create new programs or funding but mandates a study to improve military readiness in Arctic environments. The bill directly affects Army training planning and congressional oversight, with no direct impact on the public or new policy changes.

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