Description
The Alaska Department of Health is proposing to amend regulation 7 AAC 80.030 to change how the newborn bloodspot screening fee is calculated, moving from a fixed amount to a methodology‑based fee. Stakeholders may submit written comments by November 2, 2026, or provide oral comments by telephone on October 22, 2026. The notice includes contact details for submitting questions, requesting accommodations, and obtaining copies of the draft regulation. No funding is required and the change is intended to increase agency efficiency.
• Regulation change focuses on newborn bloodspot screening fee methodology.
• Public comment period ends 5 p.m. Nov 2, 2026.
• Oral comments accepted via toll‑free line on Oct 22, 2026 (12 p.m.–1 p.m.).
• No additional state appropriations anticipated.
• Primary contact: Lorrie Folmar, RN (Nurse Consultant II).