Legislature(2001 - 2002)
2001-07-20 Senate Journal
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Full Journal pdf2001-07-20 Senate Journal Page 1886 opportunity to comment must be provided for subsequent phases of development, either directly through the Department of Natural Resources or under the Alaska Coastal Management Program consistency review. There are adequate mechanisms for review at later phases of development other than best interest findings. Post-disposal oil and gas activities are subject to numerous federal, state, and local permitting procedures. For most major projects this includes extensive analysis in environmental assessments and environmental impact statements under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) (42 U.S.C.A. §§ 4321-4370). In addition, major oil and gas developments are subject to Alaska Coastal Zone Management Program consistency analyses. As instructed by the bill, the Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will promulgate regulations providing for fair and adequate public notice and opportunity to comment on oil and gas projects not covered by public notice under the Alaska Coastal Management Program. In short, SB 156 offers additional opportunities for public comment on oil and gas projects at the exploration, development, and transportation phases. Sincerely, /s/ Tony Knowles Governor SB 103 Message dated and received July 11, stating: Dear President Halford: Under the authority of art. II, sec. 15, of the Alaska Constitution, I have vetoed the following bill: CONFERENCE CS FOR SENATE BILL NO. 103 "An Act relating to election campaigns and legislative ethics."