Alaska 33rd Legislature (2023-2024) Status: Died 1 R cosponsors

SB 164 — An Act making certain veterans eligible for a lifetime permit to access state park campsites and facilities without charge; and providing for an effective date.

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This bill died with 33rd Legislature (2023-2024). It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

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Bill Text

What changed in the latest version

26 added · 29 removed

Plain-language change summary

The updated version of SB 164 simplifies the permit process for disabled veterans by issuing a lifetime state park permit instead of a renewable one every five years. This means that once a disabled veteran receives the permit, they can use state park campsites, parking, and restroom facilities free of charge without having to apply for renewal. This change makes it easier for disabled veterans to access recreational facilities, enhancing their ability to enjoy outdoor activities without the hassle of renewing permits.

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164(RES) IN THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE - SECOND SESSION BY THE SENATE RESOURCES COMMITTEE Referred:
164 IN THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF ALASKA THIRTY-THIRD LEGISLATURE - SECOND SESSION BY SENATOR BJORKMAN Introduced:
Finance Sponsor(s):
1/16/24 Referred:
SENATOR BJORKMAN A BILL FOR AN ACT ENTITLED "An Act making certain veterans eligible for a lifetime permit to access state park campsites and the parking and restrooms of developed facilities without charge;
Resources, Finance A BILL FOR AN ACT ENTITLED "An Act making certain veterans eligible for a lifetime permit to access state park campsites and facilities without charge;
(d) The department shall issue free of charge atodisabled veteran [VETERANS] of this country a [AN ANNUAL] state park developed facility parking and restroom and developed campsite permit that is valid for the life of the permit holder.
(d) The department shall issue free of charge atodisabled veteran [VETERANS] of this country a [AN ANNUAL] state park developed campsite and facility permit that is valid for the life of the permit holder.
The permit shall allow the [A] disabled veteran to use a state park developed campsite and the parking and restrooms of a developed facility for personal recreation use without a charge or fee under (a)(2) or (10) of this section.
The permit shall allow the [A] disabled veteran to use a state park developed campsite and a developed facility with developed parking and rest rooms [CAMPSITE] for personal recreation use without a charge or fee under (a)(2) or (10) of this section.
The department shall automatically renew a permit issued under this subsection every five years upon receiving confirmation of the permit holder's mailing address.
A permit issued under this subsection does not require renewal.
While utilizing a developed campsite or the parking or restrooms of a SB0164B -1- CSSB 164(RES) New Text Underlined [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] 33-LS0985\U developed facility without charge under this subsection, the disabled veteran shall comply with all other statutes or regulations pertaining to the use of the developed campsite or facility.
While utilizing a developed campsite or facility without charge under this subsection, the disabled veteran shall comply with all other statutes or regulations pertaining to the use of the developed campsite or facility.
The department shall provide a form for use by a disabled veteran when applying for a permit under this section.
The department shall provide a form for use by a disabled veteran SB0164A -1- SB 164 New Text Underlined [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED] 33-LS0985\S when applying for a permit under this section.
This Act takes effect January 1, 2025.
This Act takes effect July 1, 2024.
CSSB 164(RES) -2- SB0164B New Text Underlined [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED]
SB 164 -2- SB0164A New Text Underlined [DELETED TEXT BRACKETED]
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This bill expands eligibility for a lifetime permit for disabled veterans to access state park campsites and facilities without charge.

  • AS 41.21.026(d)

    VETERANS → atodisabled veteran

    Changes the wording to specify eligibility for disabled veterans.

  • AS 41.21.026(d)

    AN ANNUAL → valid for the life of

    Changes the permit from annual to a lifetime permit for eligible veterans.

  • AS 41.21.026(d)

    A

    Removes redundant article before 'disabled veteran' to correct the phrasing.

Action History

  1. (S) REFERRED TO FINANCE

  2. (S) FN1: (DNR)

  3. (S) AM: KAWASAKI

  4. (S) DP: BISHOP, GIESSEL, CLAMAN, WIELECHOWSKI, KAUFMAN, DUNBAR

  5. (S) RES RPT CS 6DP 1AM NEW TITLE

  6. (S) Minutes (SRES)

  7. (S) Moved CSSB 164(RES) Out of Committee

  8. (S) RESOURCES at 03:30 PM BUTROVICH 205

  9. (S) Minutes (SRES)

  10. (S) Heard & Held

  11. (S) RESOURCES at 03:30 PM BUTROVICH 205

  12. (S) Minutes (SRES)

  13. (S) Heard & Held

  14. (S) RESOURCES at 03:30 PM BUTROVICH 205

  15. (S) RES, FIN

  16. (S) READ THE FIRST TIME - REFERRALS

  17. (S) Prefile released 1/8/24

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 64 not signed on

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Not signed on (64)

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Frequently asked questions

Who sponsors SB 164?
SB 164 is sponsored by Jesse Bjorkman (R).
What is the current status of SB 164?
This bill died with 33rd Legislature (2023-2024). It reached “In Committee” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
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