The resolution establishes a Senate Special Committee on Arctic Affairs in Alaska, recognizing the Arctic's significance for the state's economy, strategic interests, and environmental concerns. It highlights the increasing global focus on the region due to its resources, including minerals, fish stocks, and oil and gas reserves, as well as the implications for Indigenous peoples who depend on subsistence hunting and fishing. The resolution emphasizes the need for the legislature to actively engage in exploring opportunities that underscore Alaska's strategic importance in the Arctic.

The committee will consist of five senators appointed by the President of the Senate, with two designated as co-chairs. It is authorized to meet during and between sessions of the Thirty-Fourth Alaska State Legislature and will be dissolved upon the commencement of the First Regular Session of the Thirty-Fifth Alaska State Legislature. This initiative aims to address and study various issues related to the Arctic, ensuring that Alaska remains a key player in discussions and developments concerning the region.