S 190

This bill aims to strengthen the North Pacific Research Board, which conducts research on fisheries and marine ecosystems in the waters surrounding Alaska. It adds a new board member to represent Alaska Natives with direct experience in subsistence practices, and imposes term limits on members representing fishing interests and Alaska Natives. The bill also adjusts how the board can use funds for administrative expenses, allowing for increased flexibility when overall funding is lower, and waives the 15% administrative expense cap for five years.