Federal “Takeover” of Subsistence Management on Federal Public Lands

ERA V — Overlay of Federal Land & Subsistence Law
Governance Practice
1990

When the state could not comply with ANILCA’s rural priority, federal management expanded on federal lands.

What Happened

As Alaska fell out of compliance with ANILCA’s rural priority, subsistence management on federal public lands shifted more directly into federal hands.

Why It Matters Today

This is the origin of the “dual system” people still argue about. It also fuels the sentiment that decisions are made far away, even when locally impactful.

Related Patterns

Pattern 10: Crisis-Driven Change
Pattern 6: Jurisdictional Confusion

Related Governance Themes

Clear Distinction Between Corporate and Subsidiary Reporting
Clearly Defined Fiduciary Roles and Duties

Sources

Primary Source
Secondary Source Link