Public Comment Period: AO360 Education Regulations

The Alaska Department of Education and Early Development (DEED) has initiated a public comment period regarding proposed amendments, adoptions, and repeals of various state regulations. These changes are part of Administrative Order 360, a statewide regulatory reform initiative designed to increase transparency and reduce unnecessary burdens on citizens and businesses. The proposed updates span ten chapters of the Alaska Administrative Code, covering topics from local school governance and state support to library, museum, and archival services. The State Board of Education and Early Development approved the proposal for public review during their quarterly meeting on October 14, 2026. The department is soliciting feedback on the potential costs to private persons associated with these changes. Written comments must be submitted by 5:00 P.M. on November 20, 2026, via mail, email, or the Alaska Online Public Notice System. In addition to written submissions, the board will host a virtual public hearing on December 3, 2026, from 12:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M. via Zoom. Board Chair Sally Stockhausen retains the authority to limit testimony time to ensure the hearing concludes as scheduled. Following the comment period, the board will decide whether to adopt the regulations, modify them, or take no action.