On May 11, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) announced it issued a conveyance of 12,195 acres of public land near Cantwell, Alaska, conveying title to Ahtna, Incorporated under Section 12(a) of the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act of 1971 (ANCSA). The conveyed lands are located near the proposed Alaska Liquefied Natural Gas (AKLNG) Project corridor.
BLM Alaska State Director Kevin Pendergast stated in a press release the land transfers “not only fulfill longstanding ANCSA obligations but also help lay the groundwork for strategic regional infrastructure development that can enhance connectivity, resource access, and long-term economic resilience in Alaska.”
Michelle Anderson, President of Ahtna, Inc, stated, “We greatly appreciate the Bureau of Land Management’s continued work and commitment in advancing ANCSA conveyances, including this important milestone near Cantwell. These efforts represent meaningful progress toward fulfilling longstanding obligations and supporting responsible regional development. At the same time, we look forward to continued collaboration to complete the remaining entitlement acreage and fully realize the intent of ANCSA for Ahtna and its shareholders.”
According to the BLM, Ahtna, Inc., Successor in Interest to Cantwell Yedatene Na Corporation's Section 12(a) entitlement is 69,120 acres. To date, the total acreage conveyed or approved for conveyance is approximately 67,715 acres. Approximately 1,405 acres remain to be transferred.
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