Alaska § 29.25.030 - Emergency ordinances.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 29.25.030 — Emergency ordinances., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 29.25.030. Emergency ordinances.
(a) To meet a public emergency the governing body may adopt an emergency ordinance effective on adoption. Each emergency ordinance must contain a finding by the governing body that an emergency exists and a statement of the facts upon which the finding is based. An emergency ordinance may be adopted, amended and adopted, or rejected at the meeting at which it is introduced. The affirmative vote of all members present, or the affirmative vote of three-fourths of the total membership, whichever is less, is required for adoption of an emergency ordinance. The governing body shall print and make available copies of adopted emergency ordinances.
(b) An emergency ordinance may not be used to levy taxes, to grant, renew, or extend a franchise, or to regulate the rate charged by a public utility for its services.
(c) An emergency ordinance is effective for 60 days.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 29.25.030
What does Alaska Statutes § 29.25.030 cover?
Section 29.25.030 ("Emergency ordinances.") is part of the Alaska Statutes, the codified statutory law of Alaska. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alaska § 29.25.030?
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Is this the official text of Alaska law?
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How does Alaska § 29.25.030 apply to my situation?
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