SB233 Summary

• Proposes a constitutional amendment to Alabama's Constitution of 1901 prohibiting any law or rule from compelling persons, employers, or health care providers to participate in any health care system, either directly or indirectly.

• Permits persons and employers to pay directly for lawful health care services without incurring penalties or fines, and allows health care providers to accept direct payment without penalties or fines.

• Prohibits laws or rules from preventing the purchase or sale of health insurance in private health care systems.

• Scheduled a statewide election on July 31, 2010 for voters to approve or reject the proposed amendment.

• Amendment becomes valid upon approval by a majority of qualified electors voting in accordance with Sections 284, 285, and 287 of the Alabama Constitution.