This bill amends existing laws related to the establishment and implementation of a statewide electronic health information exchange system in Alaska. Key changes include the addition of the term "related" data to the definition of health records, the requirement for the designated entity to have an advisory body composed of various health system stakeholders, and the specification of tasks for the designee, such as developing a program to support electronic health record connectivity and ensuring compliance with privacy laws. The bill also emphasizes the need for the designee to submit an annual budget and provide cost estimates for the system's infrastructure.

Additionally, the bill modifies provisions regarding confidentiality and security of health information, mandating that the designee establish appropriate privacy standards and outlining specific circumstances under which individually identifiable information may be disclosed. It introduces new definitions, including "designee," and clarifies that the system does not encompass technical infrastructure owned by participants. The bill is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
HB0285A, AM HB 285, introduced 01/28/2026: 18.23.300, 18.23.305, 18.23.310, 18.23.325