Alaska Bills

in committee · Alaska · Senate Jan 20, 2026

SJR 13: Proposing amendments to the Constitution of the State of Alaska relating to the appointment of state judges by the governor.

SJR 13 proposes a constitutional amendment to clarify how Alaska's governor appoints state judges. It would revise the existing process so the governor appoints a judge from candidates nominated by the judicial council (removing outdated language about "two or more persons"). The amendment requires voter approval at the next general election before taking effect. This directly affects the governor, the judicial council, and the process for filling vacancies on Alaska's supreme and superior courts.

in committee · Alaska · Senate Aug 2, 2025

SB 1003: An Act relating to tax credits for contributions to public schools and programs operated by tribal entities or tribally empowered Alaska Native organizations through a compact with the state; relating to tax credits for contributions to state-funded literacy programs; relating to the insurance tax education credit, the income tax education credit, the oil or gas producer education credit, the property tax education credit, the mining business education credit, the fisheries business education credit, and the fisheries resource landing tax education credit; and providing for an effective date.

SB 1003 expands Alaska's tax credit system to allow businesses to claim credits for cash or equipment donations to tribal-operated public schools (via state compacts) and state-funded literacy programs. It modifies existing education tax credits - including those for insurance, oil/gas producers, property, mining, and fisheries businesses - to include these new donation categories. The bill sets a $10 million annual limit on total education tax credits per taxpayer (or $3 million for affiliated groups), preventing excessive credit claims across multiple programs. This directly affects businesses making qualifying donations to these specific educational initiatives in Alaska.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

in committee · Alaska · Senate Aug 2, 2025

SB 1001: An Act relating to public school enrollment; relating to authorization of charter schools; establishing an after-school literacy grant program; and authorizing lump sum payments for certain teachers as retention and recruitment incentives.

This bill changes how Alaska public schools handle student enrollment by requiring districts to accept students year-round when space is available, publish annual enrollment data online (including vacancies and denial reasons), and compensate for enrollment discrepancies. It also creates a new process for charter schools, requiring the state board to approve applications within 45 days. Additionally, the bill establishes an after-school literacy grant program and authorizes lump-sum payments to certain teachers as retention and recruitment incentives. These changes directly affect public school districts, charter schools, teachers, and students seeking enrollment.

Topics ✓ Education

in committee · Alaska · Senate Aug 2, 2025

SB 1002: An Act relating to demonstration state-tribal education compacts; relating to demonstration state-tribal education compact schools; and providing for an effective date.

SB 1002 authorizes the Alaska Department of Education to create demonstration state-tribal education compacts with participating federally recognized tribes (specifically those from 2022 negotiations). These compacts establish special "demonstration schools" that operate under tribal-state agreements instead of standard school district rules. The schools are exempt from most state education statutes but must follow specific requirements like attendance laws, safety protocols, and mandatory participation in state retirement systems for staff. The compacts must be finalized by June 30, 2028, and will expire after five years unless renewed.

Topics ✓ Education

in committee · Alaska · House Aug 2, 2025

HB 1001: An Act relating to public school enrollment; relating to authorization of charter schools; establishing an after-school literacy grant program; and authorizing lump sum payments for certain teachers as retention and recruitment incentives.

HB 1001 modifies Alaska's public school enrollment rules to allow parents to apply for their child to attend schools outside their district, subject to capacity limits and school district lottery policies. It establishes a new process for charter schools, requiring state board approval within 45 days and mandating school districts to report enrollment data annually. The bill also creates an after-school literacy grant program and authorizes lump-sum payments to certain teachers for retention and recruitment. These provisions directly affect students, parents, school districts, charter schools, and teachers across Alaska.

Topics ✓ Education

in committee · Alaska · House Aug 2, 2025

HB 1002: An Act relating to demonstration state-tribal education compacts; relating to demonstration state-tribal education compact schools; and providing for an effective date.

HB 1002 creates a framework for Alaska to establish demonstration education compacts between the state and federally recognized tribes. It authorizes the Education Commissioner to enter into these compacts, requiring standardized terms including five-year durations, defined roles, funding rules, and mandatory participation in state teacher retirement systems (AS 14.25 or AS 39.35). Schools operating under these compacts would be exempt from most state school laws but must follow specific requirements like attendance rules, safety standards, and annual audits. The bill applies directly to participating tribes and their schools, with compacts needing to be finalized by June 2028.

Topics ✓ Education

in committee · Alaska · House Aug 2, 2025

HB 1003: An Act relating to tax credits for contributions to public schools and programs operated by tribal entities or tribally empowered Alaska Native organizations through a compact with the state; relating to tax credits for contributions to state-funded literacy programs; relating to the insurance tax education credit, the income tax education credit, the oil or gas producer education credit, the property tax education credit, the mining business education credit, the fisheries business education credit, and the fisheries resource landing tax education credit; and providing for an effective date.

HB 1003 expands tax credits for businesses and individuals who donate to specific education programs in Alaska. It adds two new credit categories: contributions to public schools operated by tribal entities under state compacts, and donations to state-funded literacy programs run by the Department of Education. The bill also modifies existing education tax credits (including those for oil/gas, mining, and fishing businesses) by setting a $3 million annual limit per taxpayer for combined credits, preventing double-counting with other education-related credits. This policy directly affects taxpayers making qualifying donations to tribal schools, literacy initiatives, or state education programs.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

in committee · Alaska · House May 18, 2025

HB 230: An Act relating to mobile home parks; and relating to limiting mobile home park rent increases.

HB 230 requires mobile home park owners in Alaska to provide residents with 90 days' notice before selling, leasing, or transferring the park. The notice must be delivered directly to each home and sent via certified mail to residents, the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation, and local building inspectors. It also creates a "resident purchase opportunity," allowing homeowners to form a group and negotiate to buy the park if they secure support from over 50% of occupied homes. This bill directly affects mobile home park residents and owners by changing sale/transfer procedures and giving residents a formal path to purchase the park.

Topics ✓ Housing

in committee · Alaska · House May 17, 2025

HJR 26: Requesting that the United States Congress appropriate authorized federal workforce development funds to train state residents for the development, construction, and operation of the Alaska liquefied natural gas project; and encouraging the hiring of residents and the use of state-based small businesses in the development, construction, and operation of the Alaska liquefied natural gas project.

HJR 26 is a resolution requesting the U.S. Congress appropriate $20 million in existing federal funds to train Alaskans for jobs in the Alaska liquefied natural gas (LNG) project. It specifically aims to support in-state training centers in preparing residents - especially rural Alaskans and Alaska Natives - for development, construction, and operation roles, while encouraging project sponsors to hire local workers and partner with Alaska-based small businesses. The resolution cites the Alaska Natural Gas Pipeline Act (15 U.S.C. § 720) as authorizing the funding and emphasizes that without federal support, training programs cannot scale sufficiently. This seeks to ensure long-term economic benefits remain in Alaska by reducing reliance on outside labor after project completion.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Labor & Employment

passed · Alaska · House May 17, 2025

HB 58: An Act relating to the office of public advocacy; and relating to the public advocate.

HB 58 amends Alaska statutes to clarify and expand the role of the Office of Public Advocacy. It allows the public advocate (replacing the Commissioner of Administration) to establish fee schedules for public guardian services based on a ward’s ability to pay, with waivers permitted if fees are deemed impractical or against public interest. The bill also grants the public advocate authority to approve legal service contracts without competitive bidding under specific circumstances, such as when the public defender or advocate is providing counsel. These changes directly affect vulnerable individuals receiving guardianship services and state agencies managing legal procurements.

in committee · Alaska · Senate May 17, 2025

SB 107: An Act establishing a violation for hindering the Alaska Sunset Commission; establishing the Alaska Sunset Commission to review, audit, and make recommendations on discontinuation of or changes to state entities; and relating to the powers and duties of the Alaska Sunset Commission.

SB 107 establishes the Alaska Sunset Commission to review state agencies, recommend discontinuing or changing them, and audit their operations. It makes intentionally blocking the commission’s work a violation punishable by up to $5,000 in fines, including for state employees who fail to cooperate. The bill also prohibits convicted violators from working for the state without a special waiver and requires public disclosure of employee disciplinary records related to non-cooperation. This directly affects state agencies, employees, and officials who must comply with the commission’s requests.

passed · Alaska · Senate May 17, 2025

SB 134: An Act relating to pharmacy benefits managers; relating to third-party administrators; and providing for an effective date.

SB 134 amends Alaska's insurance code to expand regulatory oversight of pharmacy benefits managers (PBMs) and third-party administrators. The bill requires the state insurance director to examine these entities whenever necessary, adding them to the list of entities subject to routine financial and operational reviews. It also clarifies that these entities must be licensed to operate in Alaska and establishes payment procedures for examination costs. The bill directly affects PBMs and third-party administrators providing pharmacy benefit services in the state, increasing their regulatory compliance obligations.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

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