FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 3, 2026
Tomorrow morning, the Alaska State Legislature will convene to vote on whether to override the Governor’s veto of Senate Bill 64, a critical measure aimed at strengthening Alaska’s election system and protecting the voices of its voters.
The Alaska Federation of Natives (AFN) is calling on all Alaskans who believe in fair, accessible, and trustworthy elections to make their voices heard.
SB 64 is about far more than Tribal IDs. It ensures that eligible voters are not denied their right to vote due to technical errors, outdated barriers, or geographic challenges. The legislation would:
- Establish ballot curing, allowing voters to correct minor mistakes rather than having their ballots rejected
- Improve election transparency, oversight, and ballot tracking to strengthen public trust
- Expand rural voter assistance and improve access across Alaska
- Ensure prepaid postage for absentee and mail-in ballots so no voter is prevented from participating due to cost
“This is about whether Alaska chooses a voting system that works for all of us,” said Ben Mallott, President of AFN. “Tomorrow morning, lawmakers have the opportunity to stand with Alaska voters and ensure these long-overdue reforms are in place for the November general election.”
CONTACT YOUR LEGISLATORS TODAY
AFN urges Alaskans to contact their legislators and encourage them to vote to override the veto of SB 64.
You can find and contact your legislators through the Alaska State Legislature website. When reaching out, consider sharing the following points:
- Every eligible voter deserves to have their ballot counted
- No Alaskan should lose their vote over a missing witness signature or minor clerical error
- Rural and Alaska Native communities deserve equal access to the ballot
- Stronger oversight and transparency make our elections stronger for everyone
Alaskans may also contact their local Legislative Information Office (LIO) for assistance in reaching elected officials.
Tomorrow morning’s vote will determine whether these reforms are in place for the November general election.
AFN will continue advocating for policies that protect the integrity of Alaska’s elections while ensuring equitable access for all voters, regardless of geography.
Make your voice heard.
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