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S. 1421Became Law

Alaska Native Allotment Subdivision Act

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What it doesSummary public law (Oct 18, 2004)

(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on March 29, 2004. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Alaska Native Allotment Subdivision Act - Authorizes an Alaskan Native owner of restricted land (land in Alaska subject to Federal restrictions against alienation and taxation), with the approval of the Secretary of the Interior, to: (1) subdivide the restricted land in accordance with State laws or applicable local platting authority; and (2) execute a certificate of ownership and dedication regarding such land with the same effect under State law as if the subdivided and dedicated land were held by unrestricted fee simple title.

Ratifies and confirms prior subdivisions and dedications as of the date of the Secretary's approval.

Provides that, except in a case in which a specific interest in such restricted land is dedicated, nothing in this Act terminates, diminishes, or otherwise affects the continued existence and applicability of Federal restrictions against alienation and taxation on restricted land or interests in restricted land (including such subdivided restricted land).

What just happenedOct 18, 2004

Became Public Law No: 108-337.

Who’s behind it

Sen. Murkowski, Lisa [R-AK](R-AK)Sponsor
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  1. Oct 18, 2004PresidentE40000

    Became Public Law No: 108-337.

  2. Oct 18, 2004BecameLaw36000

    Became Public Law No: 108-337.

  3. Oct 18, 2004PresidentE30000

    Signed by President.

  4. Oct 18, 2004BecameLaw36000

    Signed by President.

  5. Oct 7, 2004FloorE20000

    Presented to President.

  6. Oct 7, 2004President28000

    Presented to President.

  7. Oct 4, 2004FloorH38310

    Motion to reconsider laid on the table Agreed to without objection.

  8. Oct 4, 2004FloorH37300

    On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H7970)

  9. Oct 4, 2004Floor8000

    Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote.(text: CR H7970)

  10. Oct 4, 2004FloorH8D000

    DEBATE - The House proceeded with forty minutes of debate on S. 1421.

  11. Oct 4, 2004FloorH30000

    Considered under suspension of the rules. (consideration: CR H7970-7971)

  12. Oct 4, 2004FloorH30300

    Mr. Gibbons moved to suspend the rules and pass the bill.

  13. Sep 17, 2004IntroReferralH11100

    Referred to the House Committee on Resources.

    Natural Resources Committee
  14. Sep 17, 2004Floor

    Message on Senate action sent to the House.

  15. Sep 17, 2004FloorH14000

    Received in the House.

  16. Sep 15, 2004Floor

    Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent. (consideration: CR S9326; text as passed Senate: CR S9326)

  17. Sep 15, 2004Floor17000

    Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate with an amendment by Unanimous Consent.(consideration: CR S9326; text as passed Senate: CR S9326)

  18. Mar 29, 2004Calendars

    Placed on Senate Legislative Calendar under General Orders. Calendar No. 468.

  19. Mar 29, 2004Committee

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Domenici with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 108-251.

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  20. Mar 29, 2004Committee14000

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Reported by Senator Domenici with an amendment in the nature of a substitute. With written report No. 108-251.

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  21. Mar 10, 2004Committee

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. Ordered to be reported with an amendment in the nature of a substitute favorably.

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  22. Feb 12, 2004Committee

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands and Forests. Hearings held. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 108-416.

    Public Lands, Forests, and Mining Subcommittee
  23. Aug 6, 2003Committee

    Committee on Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Public Lands and Forests. Hearings held in Anchorage, AK. With printed Hearing: S.Hrg. 108-163.

    Public Lands, Forests, and Mining Subcommittee
  24. Jul 16, 2003IntroReferral

    Read twice and referred to the Committee on Energy and Natural Resources. (text of measure as introduced: CR S9504)

    Energy and Natural Resources Committee
  25. Jul 16, 2003IntroReferralB00100

    Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S9503-9504)

  26. Jul 16, 2003IntroReferral10000

    Introduced in Senate

Public LawOct 18, 200449

(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on March 29, 2004. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Alaska Native Allotment Subdivision Act - Authorizes an Alaskan Native owner of restricted land (land in Alaska subject to Federal restrictions against alienation and taxation), with the approval of the Secretary of the Interior, to: (1) subdivide the restricted land in accordance with State laws or applicable local platting authority; and (2) execute a certificate of ownership and dedication regarding such land with the same effect under State law as if the subdivided and dedicated land were held by unrestricted fee simple title.

Ratifies and confirms prior subdivisions and dedications as of the date of the Secretary's approval.

Provides that, except in a case in which a specific interest in such restricted land is dedicated, nothing in this Act terminates, diminishes, or otherwise affects the continued existence and applicability of Federal restrictions against alienation and taxation on restricted land or interests in restricted land (including such subdivided restricted land).

Passed House without amendmentOct 4, 200481

(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on March 29, 2004. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Alaska Native Allotment Subdivision Act - Authorizes an Alaskan Native owner of restricted land (land in Alaska subject to Federal restrictions against alienation and taxation), with the approval of the Secretary of the Interior, to: (1) subdivide the restricted land in accordance with State laws or applicable local platting authority; and (2) execute a certificate of ownership and dedication regarding such land with the same effect under State law as if the subdivided and dedicated land were held by unrestricted fee simple title.

Ratifies and confirms prior subdivisions and dedications as of the date of the Secretary's approval.

Provides that, except in a case in which a specific interest in such restricted land is dedicated, nothing in this Act terminates, diminishes, or otherwise affects the continued existence and applicability of Federal restrictions against alienation and taxation on restricted land or interests in restricted land (including such subdivided restricted land).

Passed Senate amendedSep 15, 200435

(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the Senate on March 29, 2004. The summary of that version is repeated here.)

Alaska Native Allotment Subdivision Act - Authorizes an Alaskan Native owner of restricted land (land in Alaska subject to Federal restrictions against alienation and taxation), with the approval of the Secretary of the Interior, to: (1) subdivide the restricted land in accordance with State laws or applicable local platting authority; and (2) execute a certificate of ownership and dedication regarding such land with the same effect under State law as if the subdivided and dedicated land were held by unrestricted fee simple title.

Ratifies and confirms prior subdivisions and dedications as of the date of the Secretary's approval.

Provides that, except in a case in which a specific interest in such restricted land is dedicated, nothing in this Act terminates, diminishes, or otherwise affects the continued existence and applicability of Federal restrictions against alienation and taxation on restricted land or interests in restricted land (including such subdivided restricted land).

Reported to Senate with amendment(s)Mar 29, 200401

Alaska Native Allotment Subdivision Act - Authorizes an Alaskan Native owner of restricted land (land in Alaska subject to Federal restrictions against alienation and taxation), with the approval of the Secretary of the Interior, to: (1) subdivide the restricted land in accordance with State laws or applicable local platting authority; and (2) execute a certificate of ownership and dedication regarding such land with the same effect under State law as if the subdivided and dedicated land were held by unrestricted fee simple title.

Ratifies and confirms prior subdivisions and dedications as of the date of the Secretary's approval.

Provides that except in a case in which a specific interest in such restricted land is dedicated, nothing in this Act terminates, diminishes, or otherwise affects the continued existence and applicability of Federal restrictions against alienation and taxation on restricted land or interests in restricted land (including such subdivided restricted land).

Introduced in SenateJul 16, 200300

Alaska Native Allotment Subdivision Act - Authorizes an Alaskan Native owner of restricted land (land in Alaska subject to Federal restrictions against alienation and taxation), with the approval of the Secretary of the Interior, to: (1) subdivide the restricted land in accordance with State laws or applicable local platting authority; and (2) execute a certificate of ownership and dedication regarding such land with the same effect under State law as if the subdivided and dedicated land were held by unrestricted fee simple title.

Ratifies and confirms prior subdivisions and dedications.