Alaska Broadband Office The Alaska Broadband Office (ABO) is responsible for managing the State of Alaska’s federal program responses to the Digital Equity (DE) Act and the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment (BEAD) Program. These programs will bridge the digital divide by providing grants to eligible parties to build out broadband infrastructure and increase capacity for unserved and underserved Alaskans. Visit the ABO website for information and updates. Highlights DCCED Marketing and Economic Development Initiative The Governor’s FY24 budget included funding to support an initiative to market Alaska and promote the social and economic opportunities in the state. DCCED will work with a qualified offeror to develop an initial marketing plan and advise on strategies to effectively market Alaska. 80th Percentile Repeal The 80th percentile rule was a Division of Insurance regulation requiring insurance companies to pay out-of-network claims no lower than the 80th percentile of charges for the geographic area in which services are received. The 80th percentile rule repeal is effective January 1, 2024. For more information, visit our 80th Percentile Rule page and view the FAQ Page. International Trade Assistance Grant (ITAG) With funding from the Small Business Administration, DCCED has launched a new grant program to assist Alaska-based small businesses with exporting activities. Visit our International Trade Assistance Grant (ITAG) page to learn more. Congratulations to the Division of Banking and Securities! DCCED's Division of Banking and Securities was voted one of Alaska’s best places to work in 2023! Visit the Division of Banking and Securities page to learn more. Top Links Start a Business Obtain/Renew a Professional License Register a Corporation Search Business & Professional Licenses Consumer Services & Complaints Obtain/Renew a Liquor License Products Made in Alaska Find Community Information Data Resources Boards & Commissions Property Tax Information Jobs with the Department of Commerce Press Releases Serve Alaska and JustServe to Host Volunteer Recognition Luncheon May 7th (5/3/2024) Alaska Joins $1.5 Million Multistate Securities Settlement Against Crypto Platform, TradeStation (2/7/2024) Serve Alaska & AmeriCorps Alaska: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. National Day of Service (1/12/2024) AmeriCorps Alaska Member Receives National Recognition of Excellence in AmeriCorps Awards (12/26/2023) DCCED Launches New International Trade Assistance Grant (12/18/2023) Subscribe to DCCED Press Releases Public Notices Jul29Regulatory Commission of Alaska: Notice of Application to Amend Utility Certificate (UAU) Jul30NOTICE OF PROPOSED CHANGES ON OCCUPATIONAL LICENSING FUNCTIONS IN THE REGULATIONS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE, COMMUNITY, AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Aug5ASMI International Marketing Committee Meeting Aug15ASMI Board of Directors Meeting Aug21REGULATORY COMMISSION OF ALASKA - Notice of Depreciation Filing Aug26Regulatory Commission of Alaska: Notice of Utility Request (AHP) View More Public Notices