(a) The natural resources of this state in crude oil and natural gas and in its land for transportation of these resources and their products by pipeline toward markets both in and out of the state are capable of making a significant contribution to the general welfare of the people of this state. It is the policy of this state that the development, use, and control of a pipeline transportation system be directed to make the maximum contribution to the development of the human resources of this state, the increase in the standard of living for all of its residents, the advancement of existing and potential sectors of its economy, the strengthening of free competition in its private enterprise system, and the careful protection of its incomparable natural environment.
(b) The State of Alaska reserves unto itself all rights, powers, privileges, and immunities not preempted by federal interstate commerce laws and regulations in the right-of-way leasing of any state land for pipeline construction, transmission, or operation within its boundaries.
Structure Alaska Statutes
Chapter 35. Right-of-Way Leasing Act
Sec. 38.35.010. Legislative declaration of policy.
Sec. 38.35.015. Powers of the commissioner.
Sec. 38.35.017. Limitation on leases in or adjacent to the Beaufort Sea.
Sec. 38.35.020. Grant of right-of-way lease.
Sec. 38.35.030. Abandonment, reduction, or impairment of service of pipeline.
Sec. 38.35.050. Applications for right-of-way leases.
Sec. 38.35.070. Notice of application.
Sec. 38.35.080. Analysis and public hearing.
Sec. 38.35.090. Multiple applications for same lease.
Sec. 38.35.100. Decision on application.
Sec. 38.35.110. Term of lease; continuation.
Sec. 38.35.122. Products pipeline leases.
Sec. 38.35.130. Right-of-way easements or leases acquired from others.
Sec. 38.35.140. Payment of rental and costs.
Sec. 38.35.145. Agreement to provide for payment of preapplication costs.
Sec. 38.35.170. Forfeiture of lease.
Sec. 38.35.180. Suits to enjoin or recover damages for defaults.
Sec. 38.35.190. Application of the Administrative Procedure Act.
Sec. 38.35.200. Judicial review.
Sec. 38.35.205. Lease savings clause.
Sec. 38.35.210. Delegation of commissioner's authority.
Sec. 38.35.220. Continued operation of certain carriers.