AL SB374

Governor shall fill vacancies in the Alabama Legislature if the vacancy occurs after the last day of the third regular session in any four-year term, rather than holding a special election.

Governor must appoint a person within 60 calendar days from the first day of the vacancy by selecting from a list of three prospective appointees submitted by the vacating member's political party within 30 calendar days.

Appointee must be a member of the same political party and resident of the same legislative district as the vacating member, and must have been a party member for at least six months prior to appointment.

If the vacating member was not affiliated with any political party, the Governor may appoint any resident of that legislative district who has not been a party member for at least six months prior to appointment.

Person appointed by the Governor is prohibited from running as a candidate in the next general election following their appointment; effectiveness is contingent on ratification of a constitutional amendment authorizing gubernatorial appointments to legislative vacancies.