Loading chat...
AL SB18
Bill
AI Summary
-
Amends Section 36-9-7 and repeals Section 36-9-8 of the Code of Alabama 1975 regarding vacancies in the U.S. Senate office
-
Requires the Governor to appoint a person to fill a U.S. Senate vacancy, serving until a successor is elected at the next general election occurring more than one year after the vacancy
-
Directs the Governor to issue a writ of election to fill the office for the remainder of the term at the next general election
-
Establishes special procedure if vacancy occurs less than 76 days before the general election preceding the end of the term: votes are canvassed and counted like state legislative elections, and if the incumbent receives the most votes, a new vacancy is created to be filled by gubernatorial appointment
-
Takes effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor
Legislative Description
Vacancies, United States Senator, temporary appointment by Governor until next general election authorized, Sec. 36-9-7 am'd; Sec. 36-9-8 repealed
Legislature
Last Action
Read for the first time and referred to the Senate committee on Constitution, Ethics and Elections
1/9/2018