The Alaska State Legislature has passed a resolution urging the United States Congress to adhere to the provisions of the Mineral Leasing Act and the Alaska Statehood Act, which stipulate that Alaska should receive a 90 percent share of all bonuses, royalties, and rentals from federal mineral leases. The resolution highlights the importance of these resources for Alaska's economy, national security, and geopolitical standing, particularly in light of recent federal initiatives aimed at enhancing oil and gas development in the state, such as President Trump's executive order to expedite resource exploration in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and the National Petroleum Reserve.

The resolution emphasizes that the current federal legislation, which allocates only a 50 percent share of mineral revenues to Alaska, contradicts the original agreements made during statehood discussions. It argues that the reduced revenue from federal leases, combined with declining oil prices and infrastructure needs, significantly hampers the state's ability to fund essential services and maintain transportation infrastructure. The Alaska Legislature calls on Congress to rectify this situation by ensuring that Alaska receives its rightful share of mineral revenues, while also maintaining local impact grants for communities affected by resource development.