Vote Smart's Synopsis:

Vote to concur with Senate amendments and pass a bill that establishes and defines the duties and powers of the Alaska Military Affairs Commission.

Highlights:

• Establishes and defines the duties and powers of the Alaska Military Affairs Commission (AMAC) in the Office of the Governor and sets staggered 3-year terms for the 9 voting members (Sec. 1-8). 

• Specifies that the commission is intended to provide advice, counsel, and recommendations on military issues and economic and industrial development related to (Sec. 1-8):

• Military issues to the governor;

• State agencies;

• The Alaska Legislature;

• Communities; and 

• The state’s congressional delegation.

• Expands the current level of armed forces in the state, including new bases, expanded missions, and increased training appropriation levels (Sec. 1-8).

• Specifies that the provisions of this bill shall take effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (Sec. 9).

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