Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska: 2026-27and 2027-28 Subsistence Taking of Wildlife Regulations
Summary
This proposed federal regulation updates the rules for Native Alaskans and other eligible residents to hunt and fish on public lands in Alaska for the next two years (2026-2028). The rules aim to balance the right of communities to practice traditional hunting and fishing with the need to protect wildlife populations.
Key Points
- 1Updates hunting and fishing seasons and bag limits (the number of animals people can take) for Alaska public lands for 2026-2027 and 2027-2028
- 2Prioritizes subsistence hunting and fishing for Alaska Native communities and other rural residents who depend on these activities for food
- 3Sets specific rules for which animals can be hunted, when, and how many, based on current wildlife population estimates
- 4Applies to federal public lands in Alaska managed by the U.S. Forest Service
- 5This is a proposed rule, meaning the Forest Service is requesting public feedback before making the final decision
Impact Assessment
If you are a Native Alaskan or eligible Alaska resident, this means the hunting and fishing rules for public lands will be updated for 2026-2028, potentially affecting where, when, and what you can harvest for subsistence purposes.
State-specific
Minimal
Key Dates
January 21, 2025
Regulatory Connections
Program Review: Subsistence Management for Public Lands in Alaska
Subsistence Management Regulations for Public Lands in Alaska: 2027-28 and 2028-29 Subsistence Taking of Fish and Shellfish Regulations
Program Review: Subsistence Management for Public Lands in Alaska
Federal Subsistence Management Program: Transfer of Regulations
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.