On Jul. 20, 2026, ALSK LEG reported HB 249 became law without governor signature, was assigned Chapter 58 SLA 26; provisions become effective on Oct. 18, 2026.
On May 20, ALSK LEG passed bill on vehicle title transfers to insurers.
ALSK LEG passed HB 249 relating to the transfer of a vehicle to an insurance company.
The bill adds a new section ALSK INS 28.10.285 (Transfer to insurance company).
Bill Provisions
Relates to vehicle transfers to insurance companies after damage or total loss claims.
Allows vehicle transfer documents, powers of attorney, duplicate title applications, and odometer disclosures, to be electronically signed and submitted without notarization.
In addition, the legislation is intended to simplify and modernize the vehicle title transfer process by permitting electronic documentation in insurance-related transfers.
The bill also requires the insurance companies to indemnify and hold harmless the department for any claims resulting from titles issued under the revised process.
Legislative History
On Jan. 20, 2026, bill introduced in House; on Apr. 27, 2026, bill passed in House.
On Apr. 28, 2026, bill introduced in Senate; on May 19, 2026, bill passed in Senate.
Effectiveness
Bill becomes effective 90 days after enactment unless otherwise specified in the bill.
Jul. 2026 ALSK LEG Bill Enacted
On Jul. 20, 2026, ALSK LEG reported HB 249 became law without governor signature, was assigned Chapter 58 SLA 26; provisions become effective on Oct. 18, 2026.
Regulators
ALSK LEG
Entity Types
Ins
Reference
Ch. 58, 7/20/2026; Bill HB249, 5/19/2026; Citation: ALSK INS 28.10;
