Legislature(1995 - 1996)
02/06/1996 01:38 PM House FIN
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HOUSE FINANCE COMMITTEE
February 6, 1996
1:38 P.M.
TAPE HFC 96-26, Side 1, #000 - end.
TAPE HFC 96-26, Side 2, #000 - end.
TAPE HFC 96-27, Side 1, #000 - end.
CALL TO ORDER
Co-Chair Mark Hanley called the House Finance Committee
meeting to order at 1:38 p.m.
PRESENT
Co-Chair Hanley Representative Martin
Co-Chair Foster Representative Mulder
Representative Brown Representative Navarre
Representative Grussendorf Representative Parnell
Representative Kelly Representative Therriault
Representative Kohring
ALSO PRESENT
Representative Con Bunde; Catherine Reardon, Director,
Division of Occupational Licensing; Dana LaTour, Director,
Division of Elections, Office of Lieutenant Governor; Robert
Montznik, Montznik Computer Services, Anchorage; Patti
Swenson, Staff, Representative Bunde; Duane Buell,
Safeguard, Juneau; Wayne Regelin, Director, Division of
Wildlife Conservation, Department of Fish and Game.
SUMMARY
HB 59 An Act relating to raffles and auctions of certain
permits to take big game; and providing for an
effective date.
CSHB 59 (FIN) was reported out of Committee with a
"do pass" recommendation and with a fiscal impact
note by the Department of Fish and Game.
HB 211 An Act relating to voter registration and to state
election administration.
CSHB 211 (FIN) was reported out of Committee with
a "do pass" recommendation and with a fiscal
impact note by the Office of the Lieutenant
Governor.
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HB 382 An Act extending the termination date of the Board
of Dispensing Opticians; and providing for an
effective date.
CSHB 382 (STA) was reported out of Committee with
a "do pass" recommendation and with a fiscal
impact note by the Department of Commerce and
Economic Development.
HB 404 An Act extending the termination date of the Board
of Chiropractic Examiners; and providing for an
effective date.
CSHB 404 (STA) was reported out of Committee with
a "do pass" recommendation and with a fiscal
impact note by the Department of Commerce and
Economic Development.
HOUSE BILL NO. 382
"An Act extending the termination date of the Board of
Dispensing Opticians; and providing for an effective
date."
CATHERINE REARDON, DIRECTOR, DIVISION OF OCCUPATIONAL
LICENSING spoke in support of CSHB 382 (STA). She noted
that the legislation would extend the sunset date of the
Board of Dispensing Opticians until the year 2002. She
observed that the legislation clears up questions regarding
reciprocity and credential licensure. She noted that two
different statutes address licensing persons from other
states:
* A.S. 08.71.145. Licensure by credentials,
provides that a person with a valid license
in another territory, state, district or
possession of the United States shall be
issued a license without examination for
those professional areas in which the person
is licensed.
* A.S. 08.71.150. Issuance of license by
reciprocity, provides that an applicant who
has been licensed and has been practicing as
a dispensing optician in a state, territory,
district or possession of the United States
which has requirements for licensing and
gives reciprocal rights equivalent to those
of state of Alaska, shall be licensed.
House Bill 382 repeals AS 08.71.150. Ms. Reardon noted that
the other sections bring the statutes into compliance with
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the elimination of AS 08.71.150. Co-Chair Hanley noted that
the Legislative Auditor recommended the above changes.
Representative Martin MOVED to report CSHB 382 (STA) out of
Committee with individual recommendations and with the
accompanying fiscal note.
In response to a question by Representative Grussendorf, Ms.
Reardon noted that the House State Affairs Committee
recommended extending the three boards up for sunset until
the year 2002.
There being NO OBJECTION, CSHB 382 (STA) was reported out of
Committee with individual recommendations and with the
accompanying fiscal note.
CSHB 382 (STA) was reported out of Committee with a "do
pass" recommendation and with a fiscal impact note by the
Department of Commerce and Economic Development.
HOUSE BILL NO. 404
"An Act extending the termination date of the Board of
Chiropractic Examiners; and providing for an effective
date."
Ms. Reardon spoke in support of CSHB 404 (STA). She noted
that the legislation extends the Board of Chiropractic
Examiners. She noted that the repealer on line 7, page 1 of
the legislation eliminates licensure by credentials. She
noted that the Legislative Auditor found the that the Board
was not licensing individuals by credential. She observed
that the Board had difficulty determining if chiropractic
examinations in other states were equivalent to those of the
state of Alaska. The auditor concluded that significant
number of applicants were achieving their licenses. He
suggested that the statute should reflect the current
procedure.
Co-Chair Hanley pointed out that fiscal notes accompanying
CSHB 382 (STA) and CSHB 404 (STA) represent funding that is
already included in the operating budget. He emphasized
that new dollars are not required. He added that the cost
of operation is covered by licensing fees.
Representative Navarre MOVED to report CSHB 404 (STA) out of
Committee with individual recommendations and with the
accompanying fiscal note.
CSHB 404 (STA) was reported out of Committee with a "do
pass" recommendation and with a fiscal impact note by the
Department of Commerce and Economic Development.
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HOUSE BILL NO. 59
"An Act relating to raffles and auctions of certain
permits to take big game; and providing for an
effective date."
REPRESENTATIVE CON BUNDE, sponsor of HB 59, testified in
support of the legislation. He noted that the purpose of HB
59 is to allow qualified organizations to raffle or auction
big game permits as a revenue source for game management.
A qualified organization which auctions a permit can retain
a percentage of the sale plus administrative costs, while
the remaining amount will be returned to the state for fish
and game activities.
Representative Bunde observed that HB 59 authorizes the
Department of Fish and Game to issue one bison harvest
permit each year for a bison from the Delta bison herd. The
permit may be auctioned or raffled by a qualified
organization on behalf of the Department of Fish and Game.
The organization is entitled to receive reimbursement for
expenses plus up to ten percent of the net proceeds to use
for the promotion of fish and game law enforcement.
Representative Bunde observed that the legislation will
allow the Department of Fish and Game to issue, through a
competitive auction or raffle, up to two harvest permits
each year for each of the following species: Dall sheep,
bison, musk ox, brown or grizzly bear, moose, caribou, and
wolf. The qualified organization that conducts the auction
may retain up to ten percent of the profits plus
administrative costs. The remaining profit will be
deposited into the Fish and Game fund.
Representative Bunde noted that there are at least 11
western states that have provisions for auctioning or
raffling big game harvest permits. He asserted that every
state with a similar program has had a positive impact on
their budget. He maintained that the legislation will
provide another revenue source for the Dept of Fish and Game
and will enable the continuation of game management programs
for the common use of the people.
Representative Brown asked if there is competition to
determine which organizations would be qualified to run the
raffles. Representative Bunde noted that the original
legislation was crafted for the Alaska Fish and Wildlife
Safeguard Association (Safeguard) and only covered bison
permits. The legislation was expanded to include
competitive auctions. He observed that organizations can
approach the Department of Fish and Game with proposals to
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auction game. The Department of Fish and Game will decide
which proposal is the most feasible and lucrative for the
state of Alaska. He explained that Safeguard could apply
for additional raffles.
In response to a question by Representative Brown,
Representative Bunde stated that Safeguard realized $3.0
thousand dollars from their bison raffle. He stressed that
the organization needs $20.0 thousand dollars to carry out
their work.
Representative Brown referred to the March 23, 1993 report
by the Division of Legislative Audit. The audit noted that
Safeguard receives significant state support. She observed
that the report recommends that the Department of Fish and
Game divorce itself from Safeguard unless the problems
identified in the audit report were addressed.
Representative Bunde stated that it was his understanding
that the problems listed in the audit have been addressed.
Representative Brown quoted the audit: "We believe that
this diversion of monies from the state General Fund to a
private corporation may violate the state constitution. It
further erodes the legislature's most significant power,
that of appropriation." She questioned the
constitutionality of allowing a private organization to
benefit from a state resource.
Representative Bunde stressed the beneficial nature of
Safeguard in assisting fish and wildlife protection. He
maintained that Safeguard increases the enforcement
capability of the State by encouraging citizens to be
involved.
In response to a question by Co-Chair Hanley, Representative
Brown acknowledged that the audit did not specifically
address the permits. She emphasized that the state support
to Safeguard is not through a direct appropriation. Co-
Chair Hanley compared the situation to that of gaming
permits. Representative Brown pointed out that a state
asset is being auctioned. Co-Chair Hanley acknowledged that
the constitutional question needs to be addressed. He
stressed that the legislation addresses other issues.
Representative Therriault questioned if a permit to hunt
moose would be considered an appropriation of state
resources. Representative Brown pointed out that the winner
of the raffle receives a free hunting license and tags.
Representative Therriault responded that the winner has paid
a fee in the cost of the raffle.
Representative Therriault asked for details regarding
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changes made by the House Resource Committee.
Representative Bunde noted that the definition of a
qualified organization was added and the State's share
changed from 50 to 90 percent.
Representative Grussendorf pointed out that a hunting
license does not allow an auction to the highest bidder or
the sell of the meat harvested. He expressed support for
the concept of HB 59. He questioned if the Department of
Fish and Game will be able to monitor the hunts. He
observed that bison and musk ox hunts are not generally
available and would raise larger sums.
Representative Bunde acknowledged that these permits would
be new but asserted that there are precedents in Alaska and
other states. He explained that the Governor may issue
special hunting licenses to visiting dignitaries. He
emphasized that most bidders would be wealthy individuals
that would consider their participation a form of
philanthropy. Representative Brown noted that individuals
living in and out-of-state could participate.
Representative Brown noted that wolves would be classified
as both big game animals and predators under separate pieces
of pending legislation. She questioned how the status of
wolves would be classified. Representative Bunde noted that
if wolves are not a big game animal a tag cannot be issued.
Representative observed that subsection (c) would exempt
these activities from AS. 05.15. Brown asked why the
raffles would be exempted from existing regulation for games
of chance and skill under the Department of Commerce and
Economic Development. She questioned why regulatory
oversight would not be maintained. Representative Bunde
could not recall why subsection (c) was included.
Representative Brown expressed concern that a competitive
auction or raffle could be issued to an organization without
competition from other organizations. Co-Chair Hanley
referred to page 2, lines 10 and 11. He noted that "the
department, subject to regulations adopted by the
commissioner, may issue, (a permit) through a competitive
auction or raffle". Representative Bunde asserted that it
is in the Department of Fish and Game's best interest to
have competitive bids.
WAYNE REGELIN, DIRECTOR, DIVISION OF WILDLIFE CONSERVATION,
DEPARTMENT OF FISH AND GAME noted that current statutes
allow one permit to be auctioned from the Delta Bison herd.
He observed that Safeguard is the only organization that
currently qualifies for this permit issuance. He stated
that this statute is being expanded by request from other
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groups. He pointed out that several groups use raffles or
auctions of big game licenses to raise funds for their
organizations and to help wildlife management.
Mr. Regelin noted that the original bill allowed a 50/50
split between the organizations and the Department of Fish
and Game. He observed that federal law stipulates that only
10 percent of the funds can go to a licensed vendor. Ninety
percent of the funds must go into the Fish and Game Fund.
He maintained that the Department will establish specific
regulations governing how the permits would be issued.
Mr. Regelin noted that the judges allowed those convicted of
a fish and game violation to either make a donation to
Safeguard or write a check to the State. The audit referred
to this practice. Mr. Regelin noted that donations to
Safeguard in lieu of a fine are longer allowed.
Representative Brown noted that the Legislative Budget and
Audit report references raffles by Safeguard on page 8. She
added that the audit also points to free advertising
provided to Safeguard by the Department of Fish and Game.
Mr. Regelin maintained that these problems have been
resolved. He emphasized that Safeguard is a private
nonprofit organization that is very beneficial to wildlife
management through enforcement.
Co-Chair Foster questioned if IRA Councils would qualify.
Mr. Regelin stated that a qualified organization refers to a
nonprofit corporation established to promote fish and game
law enforcement or an organization that is established to
promote management of hunted game species and the use of
game populations for hunting and that complies with
applicable laws governing activities under subsection (b).
He did not think that Native nonprofit groups would be
covered. He stated that Safeguard, the Safari Club, North
American Elk Foundation and the Wildlife Sheep Foundation
would qualify. Co-Chair Foster noted that Kawerak a
regional Native nonprofit corporation has a branch which
cares for the local reindeer herd. Mr. Regelin stated that
the Department of Law would determine if they would be
eligible. He emphasized that organizations do not receive a
large percentage of the proceeds. Organizations do receive
publicity from the raffles.
In response to a question by Co-Chair Foster, Mr. Regelin
stated that the Department supports the legislation.
Representative Bunde gave examples of funds raised by other
states. He noted that the state of Montana raised $789.0
thousand dollars.
Co-Chair Foster asked if Mr. Regelin foresaw a musk ox
raffle in the Nome area. Mr. Regelin replied that he did
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not foresee a musk ox hunt in the Nome area due to dual
management with the federal government. He emphasized that
permits would be issued in areas where there is not a lot of
competition.
In response to a question by Representative Grussendorf, Mr.
Regelin noted that the Department of Fish and Game has no
authority over reindeer. He noted that there are musk ox
hunts in three locations in Alaska.
(Tape Change, HFC 96-26, Side 1)
Mr. Regelin stressed that hunts by nonresidents must be
guided. He explained that the hunt would be included in
the guide's hunt limit.
Representative Brown questioned how the current process
works and how the program would be expanded. Mr. Regelin
noted that the only organization that qualifies under
current law is Safeguard. He stated that regulations have
not been established.
In response to a question by Representative Brown, Mr.
Regelin reiterated that regulations have not been
implemented. He emphasized that the organizations in
question do have Alaskan branches. He maintained that the
Department has a good working relationship with the
organizations which would qualify.
Mr. Regelin explained that the exemption in subsection (c)
was inserted at the request of the Department of Commerce
and Economic Development. Representative Brown questioned
the rationale for the exemption from oversight by the
Department of Commerce and Economic Development. Mr.
Regelin could not respond. He stated that an organization
would have to provide an accounting of their expenses.
Representative Brown restated that Safeguard would be taken
out from under the review of the Department of Commerce and
Economic Development.
DWAYNE BUELL, LOCAL CHAIRMAN, ALASKA FISH AND WILDLIFE
SAFEGUARD testified in support of HB 59. He stressed that
Safeguard has been active in promoting fish and wildlife
enforcement since 1989. He emphasized that Safeguard
provides a 1-800 telephone number that allows citizens to
report illegal activities. He stressed that the fine
diversion activities referred to in the audit report were
stopped. He observed that Safeguard is unable to make use
of direct contributions which were given out as prices. He
asserted that Safeguard has raised over $4.0 million dollars
for the State through fines and confiscated property.
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Mr. Buell noted that a part-time coordinator hired by the
Department of Fish and Game worked with Safeguard. Due to
objections this position no longer works with Safeguard. He
stressed that the Bison raffle does not provide sufficient
return for the amount of work required. He observed that
the sale of a poster by Safeguard and advertised by the
Department of Fish and Game has also been discontinued.
In response to a question by Representative Brown, Mr. Buell
stated that Safeguard is not planning to expand their raffle
activities. He theorized that the exemption in subsection
(c) could increase their competition from other
organizations. He noted that organizations requesting
permits under AS 05.15 would have to be in existence for two
years.
Co-Chair Foster expressed support for HB 59. He expressed
concern that permittees be accompanied by a licensed guide.
Representative Brown noted that the program will be
expanded. She expressed support for regulation by the
Department of Commerce and Economic Development. Co-Chair
Hanley noted that the legislation requires that permittees
be subject to regulations adopted by the commissioner of the
Department of Fish and Game. He observed that permittees
would have to apply with the Department of Commerce and
Economic Development and the Department of Fish and Game if
subsection (c) is deleted. Representative Brown responded
that there needs to be someway to account for the money to
make sure that the State receives the money it is due. Co-
Chair Hanley pointed out that the Department of Fish and
Game oversees a variety of licenses and permits.
Representative Bunde expressed confidence that the State's
interests will be adequately safeguarded by the Department
of Fish and Game.
Representative Mulder MOVED to report CSHB 59 (RES) out of
Committee with individual recommendations and with the
accompanying fiscal note. There being NO OBJECTION, it was
so ordered.
CSHB 59 (FIN) was reported out of Committee with a "do pass"
recommendation and with a fiscal impact note by the
Department of Fish and Game.
HOUSE BILL NO. 211
An Act relating to voter registration and to state
election administration.
Representative Bunde testified in support of HB 211. He
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stated that HB 211 will correct problems with voter
registration that were noticed during the 1994 election.
Some of the problems addressed are: Purged voters (inactive
voters) who voted questioned ballots without registering,
voting by convicted felons, the possibility of deceased
people voting, voters assigned to the wrong district,
unprocessed address changes, invalid residence addresses,
and data processing review board problems.
Representative Bunde noted that section 1 of HB 211 changes
the way the official voter registration lists are prepared
for polling places. Currently, the official list used at
each polling place contains only the active registered
voters. Under HB 211 the official list will contain inactive
and registered voters. He asserted that an official list of
inactive but registered voters will allow people who have
not voted within the past two years to vote a regular ballot
instead of a questioned ballot. He maintained that this
will eliminate approximately 1500-2000 questioned ballots
statewide, possibly more depending upon who decides to vote.
Representative Bunde stressed that the official list will be
made available to the public so any member of any district
or political party will be able to obtain lists of both
active and inactive registered voters. He emphasized that
section 2 will give candidates and political parties the
opportunity to contact inactive registered voters prior to
an election. He asserted that more voters will reactivate
themselves by voting.
Representative Bunde noted that in the 1994 election seven
dead people may have voted. He stated that section 3
directs the Division of Elections to purge the official
voter registration list for deceased persons on a monthly
basis.
Representative Bunde stressed that there is a gap of time
between sentencing and the conviction of a felon. If the
Division of Elections has not obtained the necessary
information from the Department of Corrections regarding
felony convictions the names are not purged from the
official voter list. He observed that a convicted felon
could vote before his/her name is purged. Section 4 directs
the Division of Elections to promptly cancel the
registration of a person convicted of a felony. After
discharge from prison, a person can present proof of a
unconditional discharge from custody and become a registered
voter again.
Representative Bunde noted that during the last election
there were 14,144 question ballots statewide, of these 5,131
were counted, 7,883 were partially rejected, and 1,129 were
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totally rejected. He emphasized that those rejected were
not notified of their status until after the election was
certified.
In response to a question by Representative Mulder,
Representative Bunde explained that one list will allow
individuals to be listed as an active or inactively active
voter. He stressed that current law provides that an
actively registered individual could be purged from the list
if they have not voted in the last two years.
Representative Mulder questioned the effort required to
implement the changes during a presidential election year.
Representative Bunde estimated that the process would be
speeded by the elimination of questioned ballots. Voters on
the inactive active list would be allowed to vote without
voting a questioned ballot.
Representative Mulder asked at what point a convicted felon
is allowed to resume their right to vote.
PATTI SWENSON, STAFF, REPRESENTATIVE BUNDE explained that
felons resume voting privileges after they have been
unconditionally released from parole.
Representative Bunde noted that section 1 of CSHB 211 (STA)
was passed into law with the adoption of SB 5. He stated
that section 1 needs to be removed.
Representative Mulder MOVED to adopt Work Draft #9-LS0616\M
amended to delete section 1 (copy on file). There being NO
OBJECTION, it was so ordered.
ROBERT MONZNIK, MONTZNIK COMPUTER SERVICES, ANCHORAGE
testified via the teleconference network. He spoke in
support of the legislation. He recounted problems
encountered during the last election. He maintained that
election supervisors should not be members of Data
Processing Review Boards. He emphasized that the Board's
function is to audit ballots in order to assure that they
are properly counted. He noted that voters continue to vote
outside of the district of their residence.
DANA LATOUR, DIRECTOR, DIVISION OF ELECTIONS, OFFICE OF THE
LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR expressed concerns by the Division
regarding HB 211. She noted that prior to passage of the
National Voters Registration Act (NVRA) if a voter did not
vote or make contact with the Division the voter would be
sent a letter informing them that they have 90 days to
respond. Those that failed to respond became inactive.
Those that responded would remain active for another two
years. She observed that under the NVRA the Division must
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wait four years until an inactive status change can occur.
She noted that HB 349 and SB 182 would bring the Division
into compliance with NVRA. She asserted that the majority
of voters contacted do not respond because their address is
not current. She asserted that most questioned ballots are
voted for convenience. She maintained that dual lists will
not resolve problems with voters that have moved or are
going to the nearest voting place for convenience. She
added that convicted felons are kept on the inactive list
for 2 years.
(Tape Change, HFC 96-27, Side 1)
Ms. LaTour stressed that the use of a questioned ballot
allows the Division to update voter information and reduces
the inactive list.
Co-Chair Hanley asked if it would place an additional burden
to have more names on one list. He observed that some
voters that would vote a questioned ballot under current law
would not under the legislation. He asked if extra work
created by the legislation would be balanced by the number
of people that would not vote questioned ballots. Ms.
LaTour noted that there are approximately 60,000 voters on
the inactive list. There are over 2,000 inactive voters in
one Fairbanks district. She added that if an inactive voter
votes a ballot that they should not have voted then the
ballot would be commingled with normal precinct registers.
She asserted that questioned ballots give one more
opportunity to make sure that people are casting ballots in
an appropriate manner and that they have the right to vote
in that precinct. She stressed that election supervisors
are concerned about training the DPR Boards which are only
used two times every two years.
Co-Chair Hanley suggested that voters that see their names
on an inactive list would be as likely to update their
voter's registration information as those voting a
questioned ballot.
Ms. LaTour noted that the Division has the capability to
make the inactive list available to the public. She noted
that these lists could be used to update voter information
during campaigns.
Ms. LaTour referred to section 3. She requested that
"computer tape" be deleted and "electronic format" be added.
Ms. LaTour referred to sections 9 and 10. She observed that
sections 9 and 10 provide that voters be notified that their
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ballot was rejected or that only a portion of their ballot
counted. She noted that the legislation would require the
Division to provide a summary of the reason for rejection
and a copy of the statement for approximately 7,000 rejected
ballots. She stressed that the Division does not have a
problem with the requirement to provide voters with a
summary of the reason for rejection. She stated that the
Division is concerned with the requirement to provide "a
copy of the statement of the challenge to the absentee
ballot." She observed that the Division's computer program
can send a summary of the reason that the challenge to the
absentee ballot was upheld and the ballot rejected. She
stressed that sending a copy of the statement would require
staff to find and xerox the actual envelops that would then
be attached to the letter. She did not feel that the
Division could comply with both requirements within 10 days
after completion of the review of ballots by the state
review board for a primary election. She added that the
Division could provide the summary of the reason for
rejection within the time frame.
Co-Chair Hanley summarized that the Division could meet the
requirement to send a summary of the reason within 10 days,
but sending the actual statement would be problematic. Ms.
Latour agreed with his assessment.
In response to a question by Representative Therriault,
Representative Bunde stated that the summary should be
adequate. He encouraged the Committee to retain the 10 day
requirement. Mr. Montznik agreed that a summary would be
adequate.
Representative Mulder MOVED to delete "a copy of the
statement of the challenge to the questioned ballot; and" in
sections 7, 9 and 10, page 3, line 11, and 24 and 25, and
page 4, line 15. There being NO OBJECTION, it was so
ordered.
Representative Mulder MOVED to delete "a computer tape" and
insert "an electronic format" on page 2, line 11.
Representative Parnell noted that the intent is to make the
format more user friendly for consumers. Ms. LaTour agreed
that the intent is to allow the easy transfer of
information.
Co-Chair Hanley noted that the Division retains concerns
regarding section 2. Representative Bunde argued in support
of section 2. He pointed out that if a person has not voted
in two years and still lives in the district they have to
vote a questioned ballot under the current system. He
argued that a questioned ballot does not necessarily lead to
an update in registration information.
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Representative Mulder suggested that section 2 may encourage
more persons to voter.
Ms. LaTour clarified that voters will remain on the active
voter's registration list for four years under NVRA.
Representative Parnell asked if the amendments adopted by
the House Finance Committee would reduce the Department's
fiscal note. Ms. LaTour noted that staff time would be
reduced by $1.5 thousand dollars.
In response to a question by Representative Mulder, Ms.
LaTour noted that voters will remain on the active list
until the issue is resolved. Representative Mulder noted
that Alaska has a very mobil population. Ms. LaTour
restated that a questioned ballot updates a voter's
registration and moves them off of the inactive list.
Representative Therriault stressed that most persons are on
the inactive list due to inactivity. Representative Bunde
asserted that inactive active voters will be removed from
the inactive list when they vote.
Co-Chair Hanley summarized that a state inactive list could
be maintained as long as voters are not purged. To meet
federal law the state would maintain a four year active list
and a two year inactive list. Ms. LaTour clarified that the
State can maintain the same inactive list to meet federal
law.
Representative Parnell MOVED to report CSHB 211 (FIN) out of
Committee with individual recommendations and with the
accompanying fiscal note. There being NO OBJECTION, it was
so ordered.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 3:41 p.m.
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