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AK HJR3
Joint Resolution
Status
Introduced
1/20/2009
Primary Sponsor
Robert Lynn
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AI Summary
- Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article XII of Alaska's Constitution adding Section 15 on for-profit gambling
- Prohibits any form of gaming or gambling for profit in Alaska unless authorized by law and approved by voters at the next general election
- Requires additional approval by a majority of qualified voters in the organized borough or city where gambling occurs, or in the unincorporated community if located in the unorganized borough
- Exempts gaming lawfully conducted under Alaska law as of the amendment's ratification date and preserves legislative authority to authorize and regulate nonprofit gaming by boroughs, cities, and nonprofit organizations
- Places the proposed amendment before state voters at the next general election in accordance with state election laws
Legislative Description
Const.am:no Gaming Without Voter Approval
Municipalities
Last Action
REFERRED TO FINANCE
3/27/2009
Committee Referrals
Finance3/27/2009
State Affairs1/20/2009
Full Bill Text
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