HJR 7 is a symbolic resolution expressing Alaska's gratitude to President Trump for his 2020 executive order "Unleashing Alaska's Extraordinary Resource Potential." The resolution specifically commends the executive order's directives to restart oil and gas leasing in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge, rescind environmental reviews of past projects, and prioritize resource development on federal lands. It does not create new laws or alter regulations but formally supports the executive order's policy goals. The resolution directly affects Alaska's legislative body, which is expressing this stance to the federal government. This is a non-binding gesture, not a legislative change.
SB 91 streamlines land access for clean energy projects on Alaska state land by modifying survey requirements for leases and licenses. It waives certain official land survey and monumentation rules when land is offered for clean energy project development licenses under existing law (AS 38.05.410), reducing administrative barriers for developers. The bill specifically applies to projects seeking state land leases or licenses for clean energy infrastructure, excluding agricultural land and short-term leases. This is a procedural change to land conveyance rules, not a new energy policy or funding mechanism.
HJR 16 is a resolution passed by the Alaska State Legislature urging the Export-Import Bank of the United States to prioritize funding for domestic projects like the Alaska Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project over the Mozambique LNG project. It requests the bank reconsider its funding for Mozambique LNG - which has a 43 million metric ton annual capacity - arguing it competes with Alaska's project and could reduce demand for domestic LNG exports. The resolution specifically cites Alaska LNG's planned 20,000 metric ton annual capacity and 2031 export timeline as projects that align with national energy security goals. It directs the bank to provide similar support for Alaska LNG as it has for Mozambique LNG, ensuring funding decisions align with long-term U.S. export interests.
HB 15 establishes new royalty rates for oil and gas production in Alaska. For new oil and gas projects beginning commercial production after July 2025 and before January 2036 in areas south of 68°N latitude, companies must pay 6.25% for oil and 3% for gas. For gas produced north of 68°N that is liquefied and sold to public utilities at a discounted rate, a 1% royalty applies under similar terms. The bill defines "qualified new" production to include fields without prior commercial production or new wells not previously feasible, with these rates expiring on January 1, 2046.
HB 196 directs 20% of revenue from Alaska's carbon offset program to the renewable energy grant fund, replacing a prior placeholder. This fund supports renewable energy projects (like solar, wind, or natural gas infrastructure) across the state, with priority given to communities where average energy costs exceed the statewide average. The bill also requires technical assistance for small communities (under 2,000 residents) to apply for grants and mandates annual reporting to the legislature on grant decisions. It updates existing law to formalize these funding mechanisms and ensure transparency in allocation.
HB 164 establishes a net metering program for Alaska's small renewable energy systems. It requires utilities serving over 5 million kWh annually to provide monthly credits for excess electricity generated by consumer-generators (residential or small commercial customers with systems ≤25 kW), at standard retail rates. Credits roll over annually until March 31, after which unused credits expire. The bill also creates a reimbursement fund to help utilities recover revenue losses from the program, ensuring the policy is financially sustainable for utilities while supporting renewable energy adoption.
HJR 27 is a non-binding resolution supporting Alaska’s energy strategy, urging the federal government to release previously allocated funds for energy and infrastructure projects. It directs state agencies to coordinate energy and economic planning, prioritize critical minerals development, and ensure energy equity - particularly for rural and Indigenous communities. The resolution emphasizes Alaska’s natural resource assets (oil, gas, minerals, renewables) and advocates for a unified state approach to maximize economic development. As a procedural resolution, it does not create new laws but formally expresses the legislature’s position on energy policy coordination.
HJR 18 is a resolution passed by the Alaska State Legislature expressing support for the Alaska Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) Project. It recognizes the project as critical for Alaska’s economy, U.S. energy independence, and national security, and urges federal officials - including President Trump, Secretary of the Interior Douglas Burgum, and relevant agencies - to expedite approvals and coordination for the project. The resolution highlights that the project would create high-paying jobs, generate long-term revenue, and provide a direct energy corridor for global LNG exports without relying on adversarial nations. As a non-binding resolution, it does not enact policy but formally advocates for federal action to advance the project.
Alaska's Senate Joint Resolution 11 urges Congress to waive the Jones Act, which requires U.S.-built vessels for domestic cargo transport, to enable shipping domestic liquefied natural gas (LNG) between Alaska ports. The resolution addresses an impending natural gas shortage in Southcentral Alaska (home to most residents and military bases) by seeking to move LNG from North Slope reserves to population centers. Currently, the Jones Act prevents using non-compliant tankers for this transport, despite Alaska having significant gas reserves and facing supply shortfalls starting in 2027. The resolution requests this waiver as a near-term solution, citing precedents where similar waivers were granted after natural disasters.
SB 150 establishes a net metering program for Alaska residents and businesses with small renewable energy systems (up to 25 kilowatts) that generate electricity for their own use, such as rooftop solar. It requires qualifying electric utilities (with over 5 million kilowatt-hours in annual sales) to provide monthly credits for excess electricity sent back to the grid at the standard retail rate, with credits valid for one year until March 31. Utilities can seek reimbursement for revenue losses from net metering through a new fund established by the legislature. The bill directly affects consumer-generators and large electric utilities in Alaska, creating a structured framework for renewable energy credits.
