Alaska Online Public Notices #2025200572

Alaska DOC proposed rules for packages mailed to inmates

The Alaska Department of Corrections is proposing regulatory changes to rules governing packages sent to people in its custody. - Buyer: Alaska Department of Corrections, State of Alaska; Juneau. - Notice type: Proposed regulatory changes, not a procurement or contract opportunity. - Rules affected: Alaska Administrative Code 22 AAC 05.515 and 22 AAC 05.660(a). - Proposed requirements: Most packages would require prior authorization and would need to come from approved vendors. Publications sent directly by a publisher or distributor are an exception. - Facility staff would inspect packages for contraband, inventory contents, and deliver, store, or withhold items according to the rules. The changes also address withheld items, packages from non-approved vendors, contraband, and packages received after an inmate’s transfer or release. - The proposal adds definitions for “mail” and “package” and is not expected to require an increased appropriation. - OEMs, vendors, products, quantities, and part numbers: None identified or requested.

Description

The Alaska Department of Corrections proposes changes to regulations governing packages mailed to inmates. The proposed changes amend 22 AAC 05.515 regarding acceptable standards for packages and department package processing, and amend 22 AAC 05.660(a) to add definitions. Written comments are due by 4:30 p.m. on November 27, 2026. The notice states that the proposed changes are not expected to require an increased appropriation.

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