AK HB345

Authorizes a constitutional convention to convene on November 8, 2023, if voters approve the measure at the 2022 general election, with a maximum duration of 75 days plus up to 15 days for public hearings.

Establishes 22 election districts with a total of 55 delegates, apportioned by population with larger districts like the Third and Fourth Judicial Districts electing 12 and 8 delegates respectively, and smaller districts electing one delegate each.

Requires delegate candidates to be qualified Alaska voters with at least 5 years state residency and 3 years residency in their election district, nominated by petition with signatures equal to at least 5% of votes cast in that district in 2022 (minimum 50, maximum 200 signatures).

Holds a special election for delegates on September 12, 2023, using nonpartisan ballots with candidates for local, judicial, and statewide delegate positions, without ranked-choice voting provisions.

Delegates receive $157 daily salary, up to $210 daily per diem, and reimbursement for travel costs; the convention has authority to incur necessary expenses and submit any proposed constitutional revisions to the ballot.