The bill amends existing laws related to the Legislative Budget and Audit Committee in Alaska, specifically addressing the offense of hindering the committee's operations. It introduces the offense of "hindering the Legislative Budget and Audit Committee," which occurs when a person intentionally fails to provide or prevents another from providing full cooperation to the legislative auditor or fiscal analyst in assembling or generating requested information. The bill specifies that this information must be provided in the form or format requested by the committee or its staff, and it establishes that a reasonable belief of legal justification is required to avoid liability.

Additionally, the bill enhances the powers of the Legislative Budget and Audit Committee, allowing it to require full cooperation from state officials and agencies in providing requested information. It also updates the responsibilities of the legislative audit division, including conducting performance post-audits and ensuring cooperation from state employees in audits. The bill includes various insertions to clarify the requirements for cooperation and the format of information provided, while also repealing certain outdated provisions. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
SB0183A, AM SB 183, introduced 04/23/2025: 11.56.845, 24.20.201, 24.20.271, 44.66.010, 39.25.160
SB0183Z, AM Enrolled SB 183, introduced 05/12/2025: 11.56.845, 24.20.201, 24.20.271, 44.66.010, 39.25.160