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H.R. 42: Alaska Native Settlement Trust Eligibility Act

A House bill (H.R.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.

Overview

Congress119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026)
TypeHouse bill (H.R.)
Originating chamberHouse
Introduced2025-01-03
SponsorRep. Begich, Nicholas [R-AK-At Large]
Policy areaNative Americans
Cosponsors0
Latest action2025-07-07 — Became Public Law No: 119-22.
Last updated2026-07-13

Summary

Official summary (Introduced in House, 2025-01-03):

Alaska Native Settlement Trust Eligibility Act

This bill excludes certain settlement trust payments to an Alaska Native or descendant of an Alaska Native who is aged, blind, or disabled for purposes of determining the individual's eligibility for certain need-based federal programs (e.g., the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program).

Full text & official record

The official bill text, section-by-section summary, amendments, committee reports, and the complete legislative timeline for H.R. 42 are published by Congress on congress.gov.

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Frequently asked questions

What is H.R. 42?

H.R. 42 is a House bill (H.R.) introduced in the 119th U.S. Congress, originating in the House. Official title: Alaska Native Settlement Trust Eligibility Act.

Where can I read the full bill text?

The full text, cosponsors, amendments, and legislative status for H.R. 42 are available on congress.gov.

Bill data: congress.gov API (official congressional records).