# Alaska Online Public Notices #225292

Alaska DNR proposal to relinquish approximately 5.7 million acres of statehood land selections

**Posted:** September 25, 2026
**Identifier:** 225292

The State of Alaska is considering relinquishing approximately 5.7 million acres of statehood land selections.
- **Government buyer:** State of Alaska Department of Natural Resources (DNR), Division of Mining, Land & Water (DMLW).
- **Notice purpose:** DNR proposes relinquishing land selections made under the Alaska Statehood Act and applicable federal and state laws; this is a public notice, not a procurement solicitation or contract award.
- **Areas under consideration:** Approximately 5.7 million acres statewide, with updated maps identifying areas being considered.
- **Next steps:** Future notices are expected to identify specific parcels and invite public comment.
- **OEMs and vendors:** None mentioned. No products or services are requested.

### Description

The Alaska Department of Natural Resources, Division of Mining, Land & Water, is proposing to relinquish Alaska Statehood Act land entitlement selections under applicable federal and state laws. DNR has preliminarily identified approximately 5.7 million acres of selections for potential relinquishment. Updated maps are attached, and interested parties can consult the State of Alaska online public notice portal for future notices seeking comment on specific parcels and relinquishment decisions. Questions may be directed to Lacy Hamner.

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