Alaska Native Village Municipal Lands Restoration Act of 2023

The Alaska Native Village Municipal Lands Restoration Act of 2023, also known as Bill 118 hr 6489, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The purpose of this bill is to restore and transfer certain lands in Alaska to Alaska Native villages that were previously excluded from the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971.

The bill aims to correct past injustices and provide Alaska Native villages with the opportunity to reclaim and manage their traditional lands. It would allow for the transfer of lands that were originally intended for Alaska Native villages but were not included in the original settlement act.

If passed, the Alaska Native Village Municipal Lands Restoration Act of 2023 would provide Alaska Native villages with greater control over their lands and resources, allowing them to better preserve their cultural heritage and promote economic development within their communities. Overall, this bill seeks to address historical land disputes and empower Alaska Native villages to govern their lands in a way that benefits their communities and preserves their way of life.