Alaska · 34th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill

SB 220: An Act establishing a community health worker certification; relating to medical assistance coverage for certified community health worker services; and providing for an effective date.

In committee Last action January 21, 2026: (S) REFERRED TO HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES

Plain-language summary

SB 220 is a bill introduced in the Alaska Senate on January 21, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act establishing a community health worker certification; relating to medical assistance coverage for certified community health worker services; and providing for an effective date. Primary sponsor: Cathy Giessel (Republican). Most recent recorded action (January 21, 2026): (S) REFERRED TO HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Cathy Giessel (Republican).