AK HB275

Authorizes any person injured directly or indirectly by antitrust violations to bring civil actions for treble damages and attorney fees, expanding standing beyond the attorney general.

Removes language limiting monetary relief recovery to the attorney general, allowing private parties and governmental entities to pursue damages under AS 45.50.562 - 45.50.570.

Increases criminal penalties for antitrust violations from misdemeanor to class C felony, with fines up to $1,000,000 for natural persons and $50,000,000 for corporations.

Authorizes attorney general to pursue civil penalties of up to $1,000,000 for individuals and $50,000,000 for non-natural persons in addition to other available relief.

Expands definition of "person" to include state, political subdivisions, cities, boroughs, Alaska Railroad Corporation, and University of Alaska in antitrust actions.