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AK SB70

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/24/2025

Primary Sponsor

Rules

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Origin

Senate

34th Legislature

AI Summary

  • Regional school board member terms extended from three years to four years, with elections changed from annual to biennial (odd-numbered years on the first Tuesday in October)

  • Voter registration via Permanent Fund Dividend applications eliminated; removes automatic voter registration option through PFD process

  • Absentee ballot deadline shortened from 10 days after election to receipt by close of business on or before election day; removes requirement that ballots be postmarked by election day

  • Voter roll maintenance expanded to trigger address confirmation notices for voters who became ineligible for PFD or obtained a driver's license in another state within the preceding two years; registration inactivated if voter fails to respond within 45 days

  • Election pamphlet mailing requirement removed; lieutenant governor must prepare and publish pamphlets but no longer required to mail to each household

Legislative Description

School&election Bds; Voting; Elections

Education

Last Action

REFERRED TO STATE AFFAIRS

1/24/2025

Committee Referrals

State Affairs1/24/2025

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