The Role of the Budget Section

The budget section provides advisory and technical support on the operating budget to the department, as well as management guidance and analysis to the Commissioner’s Office.

The section is staffed with five budget analysts and is responsible for departmental policy, procedures, processing, training and controls relating to the operating budget and ensuring compliance with state laws and other procedures. Additionally, it is responsible for analyzing, monitoring, and managing the Department’s annual operating budget, including budget amendments, revised programs, supplemental budgets, legislative budget requests, Alaska Mental Health Trust budget requests and reporting, and fiscal notes.

The FY2002 operating budget for the department is approximately $1.2 billion and includes over 2,000 positions.

Contact Information:

Laura Baker, Budget Chief
State of Alaska
Department of Health & Social Services
Division of Administrative Services
Budget Section
350 Main Street, Room 103
P.O. Box 110650 
Juneau, AK 99811-0650