HB432 Summary

• Proposes a constitutional amendment to change the State Auditor position from an elected office to one appointed by the Governor, serving at the Governor's pleasure.

• Proposes a constitutional amendment to change the Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries position from an elected office to one appointed by the Governor, serving at the Governor's pleasure.

• Both appointed officials will receive annual salaries fixed by the Legislature and paid from the State Treasury in the same manner as other state officers.

• Amendment requires approval by a majority of qualified electors voting in a statewide election conducted according to Sections 284 and 285 of the Alabama Constitution of 1901.

• Election officials must place the amendment on the ballot with a description identifying it as converting the State Auditor and Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries from elected to appointed positions.