Alaska § 15.40.320 - Condition and time for filling vacancy by appointment.
Full text of Alaska Alaska Statutes § 15.40.320 — Condition and time for filling vacancy by appointment., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 15.40.320. Condition and time for filling vacancy by appointment.
When a vacancy occurs in the state legislature, the governor, within 30 days, shall appoint a qualified person to fill the vacancy. However, if the remainder of the term of the predecessor in office will expire or if a vacancy in the state senate will be filled by a special election before the legislature will next meet, convene, or reconvene, the governor may not fill the vacancy.
Source: official Alaska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Alaska § 15.40.320
What does Alaska Statutes § 15.40.320 cover?
Section 15.40.320 ("Condition and time for filling vacancy by appointment.") 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 § 15.40.320?
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