Alaska § 47.18.010 - Development of statewide plan.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 47.18.010 — Development of statewide plan., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 47.18.010. Development of statewide plan.
(a) With the advice of the Alaska Human Relations Commission, the department shall develop a comprehensive statewide plan to ensure the effectiveness and efficiency of state programs that relate to the prevention of adolescent pregnancy and the provision of services to adolescent parents and their children under AS 47.18.100 — 47.18.140, and to peer counseling under AS 47.18.200 .
(b) The plan developed under (a) of this section must (1) review and include existing programs and services of state government;
(2) examine and consider the achievements and experiences of projects that are similar to those authorized under AS 47.18.100 — 47.18.140 and 47.18.200;
(3) give priority to the consolidation and improvement of existing programs;
(4) make recommendations with regard to the need for new or expanded programs and services within the existing level of funding;
(5) consider the findings and recommendations of the Alaska's Adolescent Pregnancy and Parenthood Task Force; and
(6) make recommendations concerning the incremental implementation of the plan.
(c) The Department of Education and Early Development, the Department of Commerce, Community, and Economic Development, and the Department of Labor and Workforce Development shall assist the department in developing the plan required under (a) of this section. In addition, through appropriate means, the department shall solicit advice from teens, parents, educators, school administrators, taxpayers, civic groups, community organizations, Native organizations, officials of local governments, religious institutions, and other concerned persons about how state programs can be coordinated and operated in a manner that will enhance their effectiveness and efficiency in addressing the many needs associated with adolescent parenting, the prevention of adolescent pregnancies, and the provision of adolescent peer counseling.
Article 2. Public Information About Programs.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 47.18.010
What does Alaska Statutes § 47.18.010 cover?
Section 47.18.010 ("Development of statewide plan.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alaska § 47.18.010?
A common citation format is "Alaska Statutes § 47.18.010" (Alaska). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alaska law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Alaska official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Alaska attorney.
How does Alaska § 47.18.010 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Alaska can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Alaska.