State Senators are members of the state's upper chamber, as part of the state's bicameral legislature. State senators are responsible for voting on: bills related to public policy matters, levels for state spending, raises or decreases in taxes, and whether to uphold or override gubernatorial vetoes.
At least 25 years of age on the first scheduled day of the first regular session of the legislature convened after the election; 3 year resident of Alaska; and 1 year resident of the district from which elected immediately preceding filing for office.
Filing Requirements
Filing fee is $30; signature requirement of 1 percent of the number of voters who cast ballots in the preceding general election
Paperwork Instructions
Submit paperwork to the Division of Elections' Office.