HB 86 Alaska House · 34th Legislature (2025-2026)

An Act relating to unauthorized publication and use of communications; and relating to eavesdropping.

HB 86 strengthens privacy protections by making it illegal to share private communications without consent, except for specific authorized uses like court orders or emergency services. It bans using eavesdropping devices to record conversations without all parties' permission and restricts sharing illegally obtained audio. The law directly affects individuals, businesses, and organizations handling private communications, including phone calls or messages. Key provisions include requiring consent for disclosure, prohibiting misuse of illegally recorded content, and listing exemptions such as public broadcasts, emergency services communications, and accidental phone line interceptions.
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
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Feb 2025
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Introduced Feb 10, 2025 Last action Feb 10, 2025
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