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Introduced
05/07/2025
05/07/2025
In Committee
05/11/2026
05/11/2026
Crossed Over
04/27/2026
04/27/2026
Passed
07/03/2026
07/03/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
07/01/2026
07/01/2026
Introduced Session
34th Legislature
Bill Summary
An Act establishing the first Friday of every October as Alaska Arts and Culture Day; and providing for an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the first Friday of every October as "Alaska Arts and Culture Day" in the state of Alaska, a designation that will be added to the existing state laws under AS 44.12. The purpose of this day is to encourage schools, community groups, and other public and private organizations and individuals to hold events, projects, and activities aimed at people of all ages to promote greater awareness and appreciation for the arts and culture within Alaska. The Act will become effective immediately upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (9)
Carolyn Hall (D)*,
Matt Claman (D),
Forrest Dunbar (D),
Ted Eischeid (D),
Alyse Galvin (NP),
Andy Josephson (D),
Scott Kawasaki (D),
Andi Story (D),
Robert Yundt (R),
Last Action
EFFECTIVE DATE(S) OF LAW 7/4/26 (on 07/03/2026)
Bill Topics
Education
- ‐ Arts and Humanities
Government Operations
- ‐ Federal Holidays and Celebrations
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location | Created |
|---|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.akleg.gov/basis/Bill/Detail/34?Root=HB221 | 05/07/2025 |
| BillText | https://www.akleg.gov/PDF/34/Bills/HB0221Z.PDF | 06/09/2026 |
| BillText | https://www.akleg.gov/PDF/34/Bills/HB0221B.PDF | 03/16/2026 |
| BillText | https://www.akleg.gov/PDF/34/Bills/HB0221A.PDF | 05/07/2025 |
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