The bill amends Alaska Statute AS 39.52 by adding a new section, Sec. 39.52.165, which stipulates that the Department of Law, including the attorney general, is prohibited from representing or advising the governor, lieutenant governor, or any other public officer or former public officer in cases where they are the subject of an ethics complaint.

This change aims to ensure that public officers facing ethics complaints receive independent legal representation, thereby promoting accountability and integrity within public office. The bill underscores the importance of separating legal counsel from the Department of Law in situations involving ethical scrutiny of public officials.

Statutes affected:
SB0065A, AM SB 65, introduced 01/24/2025: