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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
02/09/2026
02/09/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
34th Legislature
Bill Summary
An Act increasing the number of superior court judges in the third judicial district; and providing for an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill increases the number of superior court judges in Alaska's third judicial district by one, from 28 to 29, and also increases the total number of superior court judges statewide from 45 to 46. The superior court is the trial court of general jurisdiction in Alaska, handling serious criminal cases and civil disputes. The bill specifies the number of judges for each of the state's four judicial districts and mandates that the judicial council will designate the district where a new judge will serve when filling a vacancy. This change is set to take effect on July 1, 2026.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Justice
Sponsors (0)
No sponsors listed
Other Sponsors (1)
Rules (House)
Last Action
REFERRED TO FINANCE (on 02/09/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.akleg.gov/basis/Bill/Detail/34?Root=HB262 |
| BillText | https://www.akleg.gov/PDF/34/Bills/HB0262A.PDF |
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