HR 42

Alaska Native Settlement Trust Eligibility Act

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US Congress

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119th Congress (2025-2026)

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Jun 14, 2026, 3:57 AM

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Bill overview

This bill modifies the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act to clarify how payments and benefits from Alaska Native Settlement Trusts are considered when determining eligibility for federal assistance programs like SNAP. Specifically, it excludes payments made to Alaska Natives or their descendants who are aged, blind, or disabled from being counted as income when assessing eligibility for these programs. The goal is to ensure that these individuals receive needed assistance without being penalized for receiving trust benefits.

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LEGISLATION TRACKER

HR 42Law

Alaska Native Settlement Trust Eligibility Act

Jurisdiction: US

Public Sentiment

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Support

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CIVIKEngagement, Reclaimed.

civik.us/legislation/cmnm7elt90hrmjr0hiyqurmak|Jun 14, 2026

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2025-07-07

Signed by President.

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6/18/2025SenateVoice vote
Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3458)
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6/18/2025Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.
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2/4/2025HouseVoice vote
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H444)
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2/4/2025Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H444)
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Passage without roll call

6/18/2025SenateVoice vote
Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote. (consideration: CR S3458)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
6/18/2025Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in Senate: Passed Senate without amendment by Voice Vote.
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
2/4/2025HouseVoice vote
On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H444)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.
2/4/2025Voice vote
Passed/agreed to in House: On motion to suspend the rules and pass the bill Agreed to by voice vote. (text: CR H444)
No roll-call vote on record for this action.

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