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Alaska Court Overturns Jet Ski Ban, Sparks Environmental Concerns

9/27/2025

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Alaska Supreme Court allows Jet Skis in Kachemak Bay, overturning the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) ban.
Unanimous ruling affirms state's authority to modify regulations amid changing circumstances, supporting Governor Dunleavy's reform.
Local groups, including Cook Inletkeeper, oppose the ruling, citing environmental risks to habitats. Bridget Maryott calls it disappointing.
Case returns to Superior Court for final proceedings.

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Story summary

Alaska Supreme Court allows Jet Skis in Kachemak Bay, overturning the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADF&G) ban.
Unanimous ruling affirms state's authority to modify regulations amid changing circumstances, supporting Governor Dunleavy's reform.
Local groups, including Cook Inletkeeper, oppose the ruling, citing environmental risks to habitats. Bridget Maryott calls it disappointing.
Case returns to Superior Court for final proceedings.