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

SB 242: 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 committee Last action February 11, 2026: (S) REFERRED TO STATE AFFAIRS

Plain-language summary

SB 242 is a bill introduced in the Alaska Senate on February 11, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: 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. Primary sponsor: Kelly Merrick (Republican). Most recent recorded action (February 11, 2026): (S) REFERRED TO STATE AFFAIRS.

Sponsors

Primary sponsor: Kelly Merrick (Republican).