Alaska legislators approve update for law that allows data sharing between hospitals

By: James Brooks

Outlets: Alaska Beacon

Published: May 11, 2026

Words: 217

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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The Alaska Legislature has approved a bill that would update the law that governs how hospitals and clinics within the state share patient records and other health information.

In an 18-0 vote on Friday, the Alaska Senate approved Senate Bill 272, sending it to Gov. Mike Dunleavy for enactment or veto. The state House approved it 34-6 on Thursday.

Under existing state and federal law, the Alaska Department of Health is allowed …

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