H.R. 42: Alaska Native Settlement Trust Eligibility Act
A House bill (H.R.) in the 119th U.S. Congress.
Overview
| Congress | 119th U.S. Congress (2025–2026) |
|---|---|
| Type | House bill (H.R.) |
| Originating chamber | House |
| Introduced | 2025-01-03 |
| Sponsor | Rep. Begich, Nicholas [R-AK-At Large] |
| Policy area | Native Americans |
| Cosponsors | 0 |
| Latest action | 2025-07-07 — Became Public Law No: 119-22. |
| Last updated | 2026-07-13 |
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).