This bill establishes an address confidentiality program within the Department of Administration in Alaska, aimed at protecting the addresses of individuals enrolled in the program. The program will provide a substitute mailing address, maintain confidentiality, and allow for the forwarding of mail to the individual's actual address. Eligible participants include victims of domestic violence, stalking, or sexual assault, guardians of minors under protective orders, peace officers, correctional officers, and their household members. The bill also stipulates that individuals required to register under AS 12.63.010 are ineligible for enrollment.

The bill amends existing law by adding new responsibilities for the Department of Administration, including the establishment and administration of the address confidentiality program. It also includes provisions for the length of enrollment, which is set at five years, and outlines the consequences for unauthorized disclosure of confidential information related to the program. Additionally, the Department is prohibited from charging a registration fee for qualified individuals and must disclose addresses to peace officers under specific legal circumstances. The bill is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, with immediate provisions for the adoption of necessary regulations.

Statutes affected:
HB0104A, AM HB 104, introduced 02/14/2025: 44.21.020, 44.21.305, 44.21.330, 44.21.022, 12.63.010, 18.65.130, 18.65.290, 18.65.285, 18.66.990, 01.10.060