Alaska · 34th Legislature (2025-2026) · Bill
SB 7: An Act prohibiting the use of chokeholds by peace officers; and relating to justification of use of force by peace officers.
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
SB 7 is a bill introduced in the Alaska Senate on January 22, 2025. According to its official title, it concerns: An Act prohibiting the use of chokeholds by peace officers; and relating to justification of use of force by peace officers. Primary sponsor: Elvi Gray-Jackson (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (January 22, 2025): (S) REFERRED TO STATE AFFAIRS.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elvi Gray-Jackson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | G |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- (S) REFERRED TO STATE AFFAIRS
- (S) STA, JUD
- (S) READ THE FIRST TIME - REFERRALS
- (S) Prefile released 1/10/25