What is this notice about?
The Lieutenant Governor has filed updated State of Alaska regulations from the Department of Family and Community Services about how much foster homes are paid for providing emergency shelter care. The rule was filed on October 27, 2026, and takes effect on November 26, 2026. This notice is informational only. The public comment period for this rule is not part of this notice.
Why was this notice issued?
State law requires that adopted regulations be filed with the Lieutenant Governor. This notice reports that the filing took place for changes to Title 7 of the Alaska Administrative Code (7 AAC 53.040).
What action is being taken?
The Department of Family and Community Services adopted regulations on reimbursement (payment) rates for emergency shelter care in foster homes. The regulations were filed with the Lieutenant Governor and will be published in Register 260, January 2027.
Who is involved: Department of Family and Community Services; foster homes that provide emergency shelter care
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 27, 2026: Regulations filed with the Lieutenant Governor
- Oct 28, 2026: Notice published
- Nov 26, 2026: Regulations take effect
Original notice text
This summary was written by an AI model (Claude) from the official notice text. This is general information, not legal advice. Always confirm deadlines and instructions in the official notice. Legal disclaimer.