More than 50 years after the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act passed Congress, a federal proposal seeks to resolve claims with five so-called “landless” Southeast communities that were left out of the landmark law.
in opposition. The statement outlines concerns including about conveying federally-sponsored infrastructure like roads to a private corporation.
the new urban corporations could impose “reasonable restrictions,” including ensuring public safety and minimizing conflicts between recreational and commercial uses. Randy Williams, who is president of Natives Without Land Ketchikan and a part of the Southeast Alaska Landless Corporation, said picking from available lands while considering community input has been challenging.
In Congress, few lawmakers outside of the Alaska delegation have supported the bill. In the House of Representatives, Republican Minnesota Rep. Pete Stauber co-sponsored the bill with Alaska Democratic Rep. Mary Peltola, citing in part upholding the late Republican Rep. Don Young’s legacy.
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