SB146 Summary

• Proposes a constitutional amendment to Alabama's Section 56 to eliminate the privilege from arrest for legislators while attending sessions and traveling to and from sessions.

• Retains the exception for arrests related to treason, felony, violation of oath of office, and breach of the peace.

• Preserves legislative privilege for speech and debate made in either house, protecting members from being questioned about legislative statements in other venues.

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

• Election officials shall place the amendment on the ballot with a description stating it eliminates legislative immunity from arrest while attending legislative sessions.