Alaska Statute 03.05.027 (b)(1) directs the Department of Natural Resources, Division of Agriculture to develop, implement, and annually review a comprehensive state strategic plan for the control of noxious weeds, invasive plants, and agricultural pests; the plan must include an early detection and rapid response system for invasive plants consistent with federal guidelines;
The plan covers several subjects including: prevention, regulations and policy, coordination, early detection and rapid response, control and management, inventory, education, and research.