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Federal Subsistence FAQs

Here's some helpful insight for Frequently Asked Questions and "How to" topics:

Do I qualify as a rural Alaskan?
What is ANILCA?
What is ANCSA?
How to Change Federal Subsistence Regulations (Updated 2025)
Informational video on submitting proposals
How does a Special Action Request work (Info Flyer)? Informational video on Special Action requests
What do I need to do in order to submit a Request for Reconsideration?
Can I apply or submit a nomination for the Subsistence Regional Advisory Council (Info Flyer)? Informational video on getting involved with Regional Advisory Councils
How do Designated Hunter Permits work?
How can I contact the Federal Subsistence Board Members?
Am I able to apply for a Cultural and Education Permit (Info Flyer)? Informational video on Cultural/Educational permits
Who regulates the subsistence take of halibut and other subsistence resources?
How do I submit a proposal to change a nonrural determination?
What is the difference between a Regional Advisory Council (RAC), a State Advisory Committee (AC) and a National Parks Service Subsistence Resource Commission (SRC)?

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