What is the current status of S 255?

S 255 is currently: Passed Senate.

S 255 was sponsored by Dan Sullivan (R), Sen.

Allows Sale of Native Bird Artifacts

IntroducedN/A

Passed Senate1 year ago

Intro

Senate

House

Pres

Awaiting House vote

Why This Matters

This bill allows Alaska Natives to sell their traditional handicrafts that include parts from migratory birds, as long as those parts are not edible.

If you are an Alaska Native artisan, this bill allows you to sell your bird-related handicrafts legally.

Who this affects

Alaska Natives · traditional handicraft sellers

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill clarifies that Alaska Natives can sell handicrafts made with nonedible migratory bird parts.
2It defines what qualifies as an authentic Alaska Native article of handicraft.
3The bill aims to protect traditional craftsmanship while ensuring compliance with migratory bird treaties.
4Alaska Natives can use natural materials found in their environment for their handicrafts.

Read the detailed summary

This bill designates the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Lubbock, Texas, as the General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic.

Allows Sale of Native Bird Artifacts

IntroducedN/A

Passed Senate1 year ago

Intro

Senate

House

Pres

Awaiting House vote

Why This Matters

This bill allows Alaska Natives to sell their traditional handicrafts that include parts from migratory birds, as long as those parts are not edible.

If you are an Alaska Native artisan, this bill allows you to sell your bird-related handicrafts legally.

Who this affects

Alaska Natives · traditional handicraft sellers

What changes is this bill making?

1This bill clarifies that Alaska Natives can sell handicrafts made with nonedible migratory bird parts.
2It defines what qualifies as an authentic Alaska Native article of handicraft.
3The bill aims to protect traditional craftsmanship while ensuring compliance with migratory bird treaties.
4Alaska Natives can use natural materials found in their environment for their handicrafts.

Read the detailed summary

This bill designates the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs in Lubbock, Texas, as the General Bernie Mittemeyer VA Clinic.