Section 18.23.305 - Department; dutiesIn carrying out its duties under AS 18.23.300, the department shall
(1) in accordance with federal recommendations, determine the manner in which the system is developed and operated;(2) provide oversight and technical assistance needed for planning and implementing the system;(3) authorize and facilitate applications for available federal funding for planning and implementing the system;(4) ensure compliance with applicable federal and state health information policies and standards;(5) ensure compliance with federal and state law and standards that safeguard the privacy and security of health information;(6) ensure that the health information exchange system becomes self-sustaining through a combination of user fees and other private and public funding sources.