SR95 Summary

• Requests a written opinion from the Alabama Supreme Court regarding the constitutionality of SB453, which proposes to amend Section 65 of the Alabama Constitution to allow gaming operations at four existing racetracks.

• Asks the Court to clarify the circumstances under which the Governor is authorized or obligated to enter into negotiations for gaming compacts on tribal lands.

• Seeks guidance on the Legislature's role, if any, in negotiations regarding tribal gaming compacts and whether SB453 impacts that authority.

• Requests clarification on whether the Governor or Legislature has authority to enter into agreements allowing gaming on tribal lands, expanding gaming on tribal lands, or expanding tribal lands for revenue generation purposes.

• Directs the Senate Secretary to provide copies of SB453 and this resolution to the Alabama Supreme Court Clerk for consideration.