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Cape Fox Land Entitlement Finalization Act of 2025

4/10/2025, 7:41 PM

Summary of Bill S 1008

Bill 119 s 1008, also known as the "Native Village of Saxman Equity Act," aims to provide fair and equal treatment for the people of the Village Corporation established for the Native Village of Saxman, Alaska. The bill seeks to address historical injustices and disparities faced by the Native Village of Saxman by ensuring that they have access to the same rights and benefits as other Native Alaskan communities.

Specifically, the bill aims to provide the Native Village of Saxman with the same opportunities for economic development, land management, and self-governance as other Native Alaskan communities. It also seeks to address issues related to land ownership and resource management within the Village Corporation, ensuring that the people of Saxman have a voice in decisions that affect their community.

Overall, the Native Village of Saxman Equity Act is designed to promote fairness and equality for the people of Saxman, Alaska, and to empower them to build a sustainable and prosperous future for their community.

Current Status of Bill S 1008

Bill S 1008 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since March 12, 2025. Bill S 1008 was introduced during Congress 119 and was introduced to the Senate on March 12, 2025.  Bill S 1008's most recent activity was Read the second time. Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 28. as of March 13, 2025

Bipartisan Support of Bill S 1008

Total Number of Sponsors
4
Democrat Sponsors
0
Republican Sponsors
4
Unaffiliated Sponsors
0
Total Number of Cosponsors
1
Democrat Cosponsors
0
Republican Cosponsors
1
Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0

Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill S 1008

Primary Policy Focus

Alternate Title(s) of Bill S 1008

A bill to provide equitable treatment for the people of the Village Corporation established for the Native Village of Saxman, Alaska, and for other purposes.
A bill to provide equitable treatment for the people of the Village Corporation established for the Native Village of Saxman, Alaska, and for other purposes.

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