Alaska 2006 ballot measures
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In 2006, voters decided on four statewide ballot measures in Alaska on August 22 and November 7.
- All four measures were indirect initiated state statutes.
- Three measures were approved and one was defeated.
On the ballot
August 22, 2006
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Measure 1 | Campaign finance | Make changes to campaign finance laws |
|
113,130 (73%) |
41,836 (27%) |
|
| Measure 2 | Transportation; Civil trials; Business taxes; Fees; Pollution | Enact new taxes, regulations, and environmental provisions for certain cruise ships |
|
81,963 (52%) |
75,432 (48%) |
November 7, 2006
| Type | Title | Subject | Description | Result | Yes Votes | No Votes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Measure 1 | Legislative processes | Decrease the length of legislative sessions from 121 days to 90 days |
|
117,675 (51%) |
113,832 (49%) |
|
| Measure 2 | Severance taxes; Fossil fuels; Mineral resources | Levy a tax on certain natural gas resources under state lease |
|
80,909 (35%) |
152,889 (65%) |
See also
External links
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