Alaska · 34th Legislature (2025-2026) · Joint Resolution

SJR 16: Urging the United States Congress to pass the Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act; and urging lawmakers to advocate for policies that guarantee equitable access to vital healthcare.

Passed both chambers Last action July 30, 2025: (S) PERMANENTLY FILED 7/16 LEGIS RESOLVE 12

Plain-language summary

SJR 16 is a joint resolution introduced in the Alaska Senate on April 2, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: Urging the United States Congress to pass the Ensuring Lasting Smiles Act; and urging lawmakers to advocate for policies that guarantee equitable access to vital healthcare. Primary sponsor: Elvi Gray-Jackson (Democratic). It lists 1 additional sponsor. Most recent recorded action (July 30, 2025): (S) PERMANENTLY FILED 7/16 LEGIS RESOLVE 12.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Elvi Gray-Jackson (Democratic). 1 co-sponsor.