Alaska Online Public Notices #2026200187

Repeal of Alaska Laser Protection Standards Regulations by Department of Environmental Conservation

The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC) is proposing to repeal regulations concerning laser protection standards. - Government Buyer: - Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC) - Anchorage, Alaska - Scope of Proposed Action: - Repeal of Title 18, Alaska Administrative Code sections 18 AAC 85.670 – 18 AAC 85.730 - Regulations affected include: - Exemptions - Exposure level limits - General precautions - High-powered lasers - Low-powered gas continuous wave and semiconductor lasers - Carbon dioxide and nitrogen gas lasers - Precautions for outdoor use - Personnel protection equipment - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is a regulatory change, not a procurement opportunity - Notable Requirements: - The repeal is not expected to impose additional costs on private persons, state agencies, municipalities, or school districts - No increased appropriations required - Public comments are invited - Accommodations available for persons with disabilities - The regulation change is initiated by state agency staff and is not related to compliance with federal law or court decisions

Description

The Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (ADEC) proposes to repeal regulations related to laser protection standards in Title 18 of the Alaska Administrative Code, specifically 18 AAC 85.670 through 18 AAC 85.730. The repeal aims to eliminate these laser protection standards regulations. Public comments on the proposed changes are invited until September 11, 2026. The proposed changes are not expected to require increased appropriations.

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