SB125 Summary

• Proposes a constitutional amendment to authorize the state, counties, and municipalities to grant federal award funds or other state-designated broadband funding to public or private entities for providing or expanding broadband infrastructure.

• Requires that any grants from counties or municipalities to private entities must be approved at a public meeting held by the appropriate county or municipality.

• Amendment becomes valid upon approval by a majority of qualified electors voting thereon and in accordance with Sections 284, 285, and 287 of the Alabama Constitution.

• Election officials shall assign a ballot number and set forth the amendment description for voter consideration using "Yes ( ) No ( )" format.

• Senate passed the bill on February 10, 2022, with a vote of 28-0.