National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska (NPR-A) Impact Grants

The National Petroleum Reserve-Alaska (NPR-A) Impact Mitigation Grant Program provides grants to eligible municipalities to mitigate significantly adverse impacts related to oil and gas development within the NPR-A. Key points include: * The program aims to help municipalities address impacts on population, employment, finances, social and cultural values, air and water quality, and more. * Eligible activities include planning, construction, maintenance, and operation of essential public facilities, and other necessary public services. * Priority is given to communities experiencing the most direct or severe impact from oil and gas development. * Each grant will be specifically identified as a legislative appropriation. * The program is administered by the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development, Division of Community and Regional Affairs. * Contact information is provided for Grants Administrator Lindsay Reese and Samantha Lannet for more information.