AL HB337

Repeals Article III and Amendment 582 of the Alabama Constitution of 1901 and replaces them with a modernized version of Article III establishing the separation of powers.

Divides Alabama state government into three distinct branches: legislative, executive, and judicial, with each branch prohibited from exercising powers of the other branches except as expressly permitted by the constitution.

Requires state court orders disbursing state funds to be approved by a simple majority of both houses of the Legislature, with exceptions for eminent domain compensation, taxation challenges, and orders required by statute or Alabama common law.

Permits courts to make findings of fact and conclusions of law regarding compliance with constitutional and statutory standards without requiring legislative approval.

Amendment becomes operative January 1, 2017, subject to voter approval and compliance with constitutional election procedures.