The Alaska State Legislature has passed a resolution affirming its commitment to voter privacy, election integrity, and the right to vote, while expressing concern over the disclosure of confidential voter information to the United States Department of Justice (DOJ). The resolution highlights the expectation of voters that their personal information will be protected under state law and used solely for legitimate election administration purposes. It references the state's constitutional right to privacy and the authority of state legislatures over federal elections, emphasizing that the state's voter registration information, including sensitive data, is confidential and should not be disclosed without proper legal compliance.
The resolution also addresses the recent demands from the DOJ for Alaska's complete voter registration list, including confidential information, and the subsequent transmission of this data to federal authorities. It raises alarms about the potential misuse of this information, particularly in light of federal court rulings that have rejected the DOJ's claims regarding its authority to demand such data. The Alaska State Legislature urges the division of elections to seek detailed information from the DOJ about how the state's voter data is being handled and commits to monitoring federal voter registration requirements to ensure that no eligible residents are disenfranchised, particularly vulnerable populations such as Alaska Native communities and rural residents. The resolution serves as a guiding document for state agencies and federal authorities regarding the protection of voter privacy and election integrity in Alaska.