SB426 Summary

• Proposes a constitutional amendment for Jackson County requiring the county commission to call a special election when a vacancy occurs in a county office with 12 or more months remaining in the unexpired term.

• The county commission must call the special election within two weeks of the vacancy occurring, with the election to be held within three months after the vacancy.

• Election shall be held in accordance with Amendment 555 to the Alabama Constitution of 1901 and existing state election laws.

• The ballot shall include a description of the proposed amendment and Yes/No voting options for voters to approve or reject the measure.

• Originated in the Senate on February 18, 2010, and passed the House of Representatives on March 23, 2010.