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AK HJR11
Joint Resolution
Status
3/8/2019
Primary Sponsor
David Eastman
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AI Summary
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Amends Article XII, Section 5 of the Alaska Constitution to add explicit prohibition against religious tests for public office.
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Adds language stating "No religious test, secular or otherwise, shall be required as a qualification for any public office."
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Preserves the existing oath of office requirement for all public officers to support and defend the U.S. and Alaska constitutions.
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Allows the legislature to prescribe additional oaths or affirmations beyond the standard oath.
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Proposes the amendment be placed on the ballot at the next general election for voter approval, in accordance with Article XIII, Section 1 of the Alaska Constitution.
Legislative Description
Const. Am: No Religious Test For Office
Boards & Commissions
Last Action
COSPONSOR(S): JACKSON
3/18/2019