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Notice of Adoption - DEC Regulations Pertaining to the Repeal of Laser Protection Standards, 18 AAC 85

Department of Environmental Conservation · Notice #225493

What is this notice about?

The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) has adopted changes to its rules in 18 AAC 85 that repeal (remove) the state's laser protection standards. The changes take effect on November 8, 2026. This notice is informational, and the public is not asked to comment.

Why was this notice issued?

The department adopted final regulations on October 7, 2026, and is giving public notice of the adoption. The regulations were reviewed and approved by the Department of Law and signed and filed by the Office of the Lieutenant Governor on October 9, 2026.

What action is being taken?

The Department of Environmental Conservation adopted regulations repealing the laser protection standards in 18 Alaska Administrative Code (AAC) 85.670 through 18 AAC 85.730 (Project/Regulation # 2026200187). A copy of the filed regulations is attached to the notice. The changes will first appear in Register 260, January 2027, of the Alaska Administrative Code.

How can the public respond?

This notice does not ask for public comment. It is for information only. Read the original notice for details.

Will there be public meetings?

The notice does not announce any public meeting or hearing.

Key dates

  • Oct 7, 2026: Department of Environmental Conservation adopted the regulations.
  • Oct 9, 2026: Regulations signed and filed by the Office of the Lieutenant Governor.
  • Nov 8, 2026: Regulations take effect.

Original notice text
On October 7, 2026, the Department of Environmental Conservation adopted regulations in 18 AAC 85. The regulations concern the repeal of laser protection standards. The regulations were reviewed and approved by the Department of Law, signed and filed by the Office of the Lieutenant Governor on October 9, 2026, and are effective on November 8, 2026. Attached is a copy of the filed regulations. The regulation changes will first appear in Register 260, January 2027, of the Alaska Administrative Code.

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