An Act relating to demonstration state-tribal education compacts; relating to demonstration state-tribal education compact schools; and providing for an effective date.

SB 1002 authorizes the Alaska Department of Education to create demonstration state-tribal education compacts with participating federally recognized tribes (specifically those from 2022 negotiations). These compacts establish special "demonstration schools" that operate under tribal-state agreements instead of standard school district rules. The schools are exempt from most state education statutes but must follow specific requirements like attendance laws, safety protocols, and mandatory participation in state retirement systems for staff. The compacts must be finalized by June 30, 2028, and will expire after five years unless renewed.