This bill amends various sections of Alaska law concerning national criminal history record checks for employees of the Department of Revenue, eligibility for permanent fund dividends, and the confidentiality of information related to these dividends. Notably, it introduces new provisions requiring national criminal history record checks for employees involved in administering the permanent fund dividend program. The bill specifies that agencies must submit fingerprints for these checks and outlines the qualifications and suitability criteria for such employees. Additionally, it expands the allowable absences for individuals applying for permanent fund dividends, including provisions for students on breaks from educational institutions and those attending vocational programs.

Furthermore, the bill enhances the confidentiality of permanent fund dividend application information by clarifying the conditions under which such information can be released. It also updates the process for notifying individuals about debt collection actions related to their dividends, ensuring they receive timely notice through their preferred communication methods. The effective date for these changes is set for January 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
HB0075A, AM HB 75, introduced 01/31/2025: 12.62.400, 39.90.210, 36.30.960, 12.62.160, 39.90.290, 43.23.008, 43.23.055, 43.23.011, 43.23.005, 43.23.048, 37.25.050, 25.27.010, 43.23.270, 43.23.130, 43.23.230, 43.23.110, 43.23.101, 43.23.140