Alaska Senate Passes Oil Tax Hike

0:00The SAVE Act has sparked debate online and, in Alaska media, for mandating voter ID, but it goes further by requiring proof of citizenship like a birth. Certificate or passport for any updates to voter registration. This applies even to already registered and eligible voters. For instance, if someone moves to a new home, changes their name, or updates other details, they must provide documents matching their current name. In Alaska, where remote voting often involves mailed ballots, this adds hurdles during routine changes. Critics argue it could disenfranchise voters across parties by creating barriers, especially for those without easy access to such papers. Getting a passport costs $165, which some call an unconstitutional poll tax. Studies from groups like the Conservative Cato Institute show non-citizen voting is extremely rare, with caught cases leading to penalties. Members see it as a safeguard against fraud. As discussions continue in places like Anchorage, the balance between election security and

1:02voter access remains a key flashpoint for lawmakers and communities alike. From your city, powered by AI, this is Anchorage News Today. I'm Corey with The Story.