Alaska
There is no formal state program in Alaska dedicated to addressing abandoned or derelict vessels, however, the state has passed legislation under the Abandoned and Derelict Vessels Act that provides a legal framework for dealing with ADVs. The state has also established an ad-hoc ADV Task Force designed to bring together state and federal agencies, municipalities and other interested stakeholders to address ADVs in a coordinated manner.
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Funding
Because Alaska does not have a formal program in place for abandoned and derelict vessels, there is no dedicated funding source. The Department of Transportation and Public Facilities may recover some costs through the proceeds from the sale of derelict and abandoned vessels at public auction.
Legal Review
Legislative Overview
Although Alaska does not have a formal program, they have enacted laws specifically for ADVs under the Abandoned and Derelict Vessels Act (see Alaska Stat. § 30.30.010 - § 30.30.180). The laws in this Act, which are administered by Alaska’s Department of Transportation and Public Facilities, include provisions for the designation, taking, notification and disposal of abandoned and derelict vessels. Alaska also has laws that address the abandonment of vessels at vessel repair businesses under Title 30.
Point of Contact
Alaska’s Department of Transportation and Public Facilities is the lead agency with regards to abandoned and derelict vessels in the state's harbors.