The bill establishes a sexual assault examination kit tracking system in Alaska, enhancing the rights of victims and ensuring timely processing of evidence. It amends existing laws to include a new right for victims to be notified of the location and testing date of their sexual assault examination kits. Additionally, it mandates that health care providers and law enforcement agencies notify each other within specified timeframes regarding the collection and testing of these kits, with a focus on expediting the process to improve victim support and evidence handling.

Furthermore, the bill requires the Department of Public Safety to develop and operate a tracking system that allows victims to access information about their kits and receive automated updates. The tracking system is designed to maintain confidentiality while ensuring that victims are informed about the status of their evidence. The bill also includes provisions for the Department of Public Safety to adopt necessary regulations for implementation, with immediate effect for certain sections.

Statutes affected:
SB0069A, AM SB 69, introduced 01/24/2025: 12.61.010, 47.12.110, 12.55.175, 12.61.017, 12.47.095, 33.16.087, 33.16.120, 33.30.013, 44.41.065, 18.68.010, 12.36.090, 11.41.470, 44.41.067, 40.25.110, 40.25.140, 44.41.070