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- ↑ Yundt, Robert. "Robert Yundt" (PDF). elections.alaska.gov. State of Alaska . Retrieved November 21, 2024.
- 1 2 Bushatz, Amy (September 5, 2024). "Mat-Su Assembly member Rob Yundt resigns, effective immediately". Mat-Su Sentinel. Retrieved November 21, 2024.
- ↑ Schreck, Carly (October 4, 2024). "Seat left vacant on Mat-Su Assembly filled by brother of former member". Alaska's News Source. Retrieved November 21, 2024.
- ↑ Brooks, James (November 6, 2024). "Alaska Senate's bipartisan supermajority loses at least two members, initial election results show". Alaska Beacon . Retrieved November 21, 2024.