HB 172 & SB 124 Materials

As a part of ongoing efforts to improve Alaska's response to individuals experiencing a behavioral health crisis, changes to Alaska's Title 47 laws have been proposed.  Below you will find materials and links associated with House Bill 172, and Senate Bill 124 - both introduced by Governor Dunleavy in April 2021. 

These materials will be updated as the legislation advances. Please check this page for updates.

• Infographic: Changes to Involuntary Commitment with Statutory Changes

HB 172

• Transmittal Letter (Sponsor Statement)
• Sectional Analysis
• Bill Text
• Fiscal Notes
• Supplemental Documents
• HB172 Introductory Presentation Slides, House JUD Committee, 5.14.21
  • Audio/video of the House JUD Presentation, 5.14.21
•  HB172 Working Draft Committee Substitute: House Judiciary Committee, 5.14.21

SB 124

• Transmittal Letter (Sponsor Statement)
• Sectional Analysis
• Definitions in AS47.30.915
• Bill Text
• Fiscal Notes
• Supplemental Documents
• SB124 Introductory Presentation Slides, Senate HSS Committee, 4.27.21
  • Audio/Video of Senate HSS Presentation, 4.27.21

For more information about efforts to improve Alaska's Behavioral Health Crisis response, please visit: https://alaskamentalhealthtrust.org/alaska-mental-health-trust-authority/what-we-do/crisis-continuum-of-care/ 

If you have any questions, please contact Steve Williams, Chief Operating Officer:  Steve.Williams@alaska.gov