Section 23.40.160 - Power to investigate and compel testimony(a) For the purpose of the investigations, proceedings, or hearings which the labor relations agency considers necessary to carry out the provisions of AS 23.40.070 - 23.40.260, the labor relations agency may issue subpoenas requiring the attendance and testimony of witnesses and the production of relevant evidence.(b) The labor relations agency may administer oaths, examine witnesses, and receive evidence.(c) The attendance of witnesses and the production of evidence may be required from any place in the state at any designated place of hearing.(d) If a person refuses to obey a subpoena issued under AS 23.40.070 - 23.40.260, the superior court in the district in which the person resides or is found may, upon application by the labor relations agency, issue an order requiring the person to comply with the subpoena.