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Sponsor Statement for SJR 38
Const Am: Priority of Expenditures

Proposing amendments to the Constitution of the State of Alaska to information regarding proposed expenditures.

In the face of growing deficits, it is imperative that responsible budget decisions be made. Limited discretionary revenues and ever expanding demands for state spending have forced the need for prioritization.

SJR 38 will require the Administration to submit subsequent budgets with each department's activities ranked in order of value. Though it is the Legislature's responsibility to appropriate funds, the departments are better equipped to evaluate and prioritize their own activities and production. Constructive communication between the executive and legislative branches is necessary in order to facilitate the most productive spending.

The passage of SJR 38 will put this resolution to a vote of the people and if approved, will amend the Constitution of the State of Alaska.

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