Alaska Bonds for Transportation (2008)

From Ballotpedia

A Bonds for Transportation ballot measure appeared on the November 4, 2008 ballot in Alaska.

It authorizes the state government to issue bonds in the amount of $315,050,000.

Specific provisions

The measure enacted the following provisions:

• Authorizes $315,050,000 in bonds for transportation spending.

Election results

Alaska Bonds for Transportation
Yes or no		Votes	Percentage
Yes		130,285	62.5%
No		78,168	37.5%
Total votes		1,660,818	100%

Results according to the Alaska Elections Division.^[1]

Perspective from NTU

The Bonding Proposition authorizes $315,050,000 in bonds for transportation spending. Over the life of the bond, this form of borrowing could cost taxpayers twice the original amount to pay back.^[2]

External links

• Summary of measure
• Full text

References

1. ↑ Alaska Elections Division, 2008 Election Results
2. ↑ National Taxpayers Union, "General Election Ballot Guide 2008, The Taxpayer's Perspective"

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