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This resolution affirms Alaska's comprehensive energy and economic strategy, emphasizing the state's commitment to developing its vast natural resources, including fossil fuels, renewable energy, and critical minerals. The resolution urges the federal government to support energy infrastructure projects, disburse previously appropriated funds, and expedite permitting for resource development. It highlights Alaska's significant energy potential, including over 35 trillion cubic feet of natural gas reserves, 10,000 gigawatts of renewable energy potential, and crucial mineral resources essential for national defense and manufacturing. The legislature commits to an inclusive approach that prioritizes energy equity, particularly for rural and Indigenous communities, with a goal of creating 1,200 new scalable ventures by 2035, attracting over 30,000 working-age people, and generating more than $5 billion in economic growth. The resolution also emphasizes the state's vision of balancing current national security needs with sustainable long-term economic prosperity, positioning Alaska as a key player in energy and mineral production while supporting local community development and workforce opportunities.

Agriculture and Natural Resources

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