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SB 242·AK·senate

An Act relating to contracts to provide law enforcement services between the Department of Public Safety and municipalities; relating to the powers and duties of state troopers; relating to the general powers of municipalities; and providing for an effective date.

In CommitteeFiled Feb 11, 2026
Sponsor: Merrick (R)
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(S) REFERRED TO STATE AFFAIRS

Feb 11, 2026

Summary

The bill lets state troopers hired by the Department of Public Safety to serve a city enforce that city’s criminal ordinances when the contract permits. It also updates Alaska law to list the general powers municipalities may exercise, such as setting salaries, borrowing money, and entering agreements. The changes are meant to streamline law‑enforcement contracts and define municipal authority.

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