Alaska SB232 allows personal collection of certain fossils on state land, with specific limits and conditions.
Alaska SB232 modifies state law to permit individuals to collect certain fossils for personal use on state land managed by the department, excluding state parks and game refuges. The bill defines "certain fossils" as plant fossils, invertebrate animal fossils, or fossilized tracks or burrows. Personal collection is limited to 25 pounds daily, 50 pounds of aggregate material, or one invertebrate fossil over 50 pounds. Collectors must ensure minimal surface disturbance and cannot use electric or battery-powered tools.
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