This bill proposes significant amendments to the operational laws of the Alaska legislature, primarily focusing on the location of legislative sessions, lobbying regulations, and the engagement of student guests. It mandates that the legislature convene in the Municipality of Anchorage instead of the capital city and allows for special sessions to be held at any location designated by the governor or presiding officers. Additionally, the bill introduces restrictions on soliciting or accepting campaign contributions during legislative sessions, specifically prohibiting such activities in Anchorage and other municipalities where the legislature meets.

Moreover, the bill enhances transparency and ethical conduct by requiring lobbyists to register and provide detailed information about their activities, as well as mandating the publication of a directory of registered lobbyists. It also allows the legislature to host high school students in Anchorage to observe the legislative process. The amendments clarify the acceptance of gifts and hospitality by legislators, permitting certain types of hospitality and gifts from immediate family members. Furthermore, the bill addresses emergency procedures for transferring the seat of government during an enemy attack, allowing for legislative sessions to be held in Anchorage during such emergencies. The bill includes a repeal of certain existing law sections and establishes an effective date of January 1, 2027.

Statutes affected:
HB0003A, AM HB 3, introduced 01/10/2025: 15.13.072, 15.13.100, 24.05.090, 24.05.100, 24.10.030, 24.10.130, 24.45.041, 24.45.031, 15.80.010, 24.50.010, 24.50.040, 24.60.030, 24.60.080, 24.60.075, 25.05.261, 24.05.190, 24.60.031, 44.99.007