Legislature(1999 - 2000)
2000-07-14 House Journal
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Full Journal pdf2000-07-14 House Journal Page 3839 HB 429 Given the failure of the legislature to pass HB 104 and SB 143, I have reluctantly signed HB 429 into law. It serves as a stopgap measure to avoid the chaos, and probably the complete closure, of these two fisheries that would have resulted from a return to open access. A long-term solution for these particular fisheries, and the availability of good tools and options for managing other evolving fisheries in Alaska is critical. This will require the passage of legislation in the next two years in order to have a workable program in place prior to the new expiration dates under HB 429. Repeated moratorium extensions will not provide a solution. Such an approach would create further uncertainty in these fisheries and would eventually raise constitutional issues as well. I urge you to work with the Commercial Fisheries Entry Commission and the Department of Fish and Game to ensure legislation is passed next session to provide the tools needed for the sound management of Alaska's diverse fisheries. Sincerely, /s/ Tony Knowles Governor" HB 437 A message dated May 11, 2000, was received stating the Governor has signed the following bill and is transmitting the engrossed and enrolled copies to the Lieutenant Governor's office for permanent filing: HOUSE BILL NO. 437 "An Act relating to the reinstatement of Native corporations; and providing for an effective date." Chapter No. 31, SLA 2000 Effective Date: May 12, 2000