This bill amends existing laws related to the "Alaska Grown" program and the responsibilities of the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development. It repeals and reenacts AS 03.05.010(d) to clarify that only agricultural products grown within Alaska can be certified to use the "Alaska Grown" logo. Additionally, it introduces new provisions in AS 37.05.146(c) and AS 44.33.020(a) that allow the department to sell promotional merchandise related to the "Alaska Grown" logo, including the ability to charge fees and issue licenses for such sales. The commissioner is tasked with ensuring that merchandise is priced to provide a reasonable return to the state and is preferably sourced from U.S. manufacturers, particularly those that employ prisoners.

Furthermore, the bill repeals a previous provision in AS 37.05.146(c)(78) and establishes that the new regulations regarding the "Alaska Grown" logo will apply to contracts entered into, renewed, or amended after the bill's effective date. This legislative change aims to enhance the promotion of Alaska's agricultural products while ensuring that the integrity of the "Alaska Grown" branding is maintained.

Statutes affected:
HB0331A, AM HB 331, introduced 02/23/2026: 03.05.010, 37.05.146, 44.33.020, 33.30.191