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HR 6021119th CongressIn Committee
Archie Cavanaugh Migratory Bird Treaty Amendment Act
Introduced: Nov 12, 2025
Sponsor: Rep. Begich, Nicholas [R-AK-At Large] (R-Alaska)
Standard Summary
Comprehensive overview in 1-2 paragraphs
Clarifies that authentic Alaska Native handicrafts with migratory bird parts are exempt from Migratory Bird Treaty Act restrictions.
Key Points
- 1Exempts authentic Alaska Native articles from bird part prohibitions
- 2Defines Alaska Native status through tribal enrollment or CDIB
- 3Specifies criteria for authentic handicrafts (traditional methods, natural materials)
- 4Requires parts not be taken wastefully or illegally
- 5Mandates interagency coordination with treaty partners
- 6Includes technical amendment to treaty dates
Impact Areas
Alaska Native artistsCultural preservationMigratory bird conservationFederal-tribal relations
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