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 in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge and the National Petroleum Reserve in Alaska. The resolution highlights the importance of these resources for Alaska's economy, national security, and geopolitical standing, particularly in light of recent executive orders aimed at enhancing resource development in the state. It emphasizes the historical context of Alaska's statehood, where the promise of significant mineral revenue was a key factor in the state's admission to the Union.

The resolution also points out that current federal legislation only provides Alaska with a 50 percent share of the revenues from these federal lands, which is contrary to the original agreements made during statehood. This shortfall in revenue is compounded by declining oil prices and reduced throughput in the Trans Alaska Pipeline System, which threatens the state's ability to maintain its infrastructure and fund essential government programs. The Alaska Legislature calls on Congress to rectify this situation by ensuring that the state receives its rightful share of mineral revenues, while also maintaining local impact grants for communities affected by resource development.