Alaska Statutes.
Title 15. Elections
Chapter 10. Election Districts, Election Officials, and Redistricting
Section 200. Definition of "Decennial Census of the United States" and Use of Census Numbers By Redistricting Board.
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AS 15.10.200. Definition of "Decennial Census of the United States" and Use of Census Numbers By Redistricting Board.

(a) In art. VI, Constitution of the State of Alaska, reference to the official decennial census of the United States is a reference to the census enumeration used to establish apportionment among the several states.

(b) In adopting a redistricting plan under art. VI, Constitution of the State of Alaska, the redistricting board may not adjust the census numbers by using estimates, population surveys, or sampling for the purpose of excluding or discriminating among persons counted based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, occupation, military or civilian status, or length of residency.

(c) A qualified voter may bring an action in the superior court against the redistricting board to enforce the provisions of (b) of this section.

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