This bill amends the management responsibilities for Chugach State Park, specifically assigning control, development, and maintenance of the park to the relevant department while clarifying the roles of the Department of Transportation and Public Facilities. The new language specifies that the department is responsible for the management of state land and water within the park, as well as roadside structures, while the Department of Transportation will handle the repair and maintenance of existing public roads, except for those maintained by municipalities under certain conditions.

Additionally, the bill introduces provisions allowing the department to grant easements or rights-of-way to municipalities for road repair, maintenance, and construction within the park, provided that the municipality covers associated costs and assumes maintenance responsibilities. The bill outlines the requirements for granting such easements, including public notice and hearings, and stipulates that the commissioner must determine that the easement will enhance public access and serve the public interest. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
HB0128A, AM HB 128, introduced 03/10/2025: 41.21.122, 41.21.121