Legislature(1997 - 1998)
1997-04-22 Senate Journal
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Full Journal pdf1997-04-22 Senate Journal Page 1415 SB 183 In an attempt to increase voter participation and voter access, this legislation proposes extending the application deadline for absentee voting by fax to the day before an election. Current law requires the application to be received four days before an election. This change would expand the opportunity to voters who find themselves in extenuating circumstances. The legislation also proposes to change the name of the questioned ballot to special review ballot. Many voters have expressed concern and confusion over the term questioned. This new name more accurately reflects the true intent of the ballot. Other sections of the bill make technical changes to the election code regarding the official election pamphlet, public notice of elections, and transportation of ballots. Division of Elections staff will be available during the committee process on this bill to offer its full explanation and analysis. I urge your prompt consideration and passage of this bill. Sincerely, /s/ Tony Knowles Governor SB 184 SENATE BILL NO. 184 BY THE SENATE RULES COMMITTEE BY REQUEST OF THE GOVERNOR, entitled: An Act relating to access by the Department of Environmental Conservation and the Department of Fish and Game to confidential tax records for fisheries resources prepared or kept by the Department of Revenue under AS 43.75. was read the first time and referred to the Resources Committee. Zero fiscal notes published today from Department of Revenue, Department of Fish and Game.