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AK HJR8

Joint Resolution

Status

Introduced

2/20/2019

Primary Sponsor

Mark Neuman

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Origin

House of Representatives

31st Legislature

AI Summary

  • Removes attorney general from gubernatorial appointment and converts the position to an elected office elected by qualified voters at the same time and for the same term as the governor.

  • Requires attorney general candidates to be U.S. citizens, qualified state voters, Alaska residents, and active members of the organized state bar.

  • Limits attorney general to two consecutive terms, with a one-term waiting period before eligibility to serve again.

  • Establishes special election procedures for attorney general vacancies, occurring 60-90 days after vacancy unless within 60 days of a primary election, with gubernatorial appointment authority up to 30 days after vacancy.

  • Directs proposed amendments to be placed before voters at the next general election in compliance with Alaska constitutional amendment procedures.

Legislative Description

Const. Am: Elected Attorney General

Government Organization

Last Action

REFERRED TO STATE AFFAIRS

2/20/2019

Committee Referrals

State Affairs2/20/2019

Full Bill Text

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