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AL HB255
Bill
Status
4/4/2023
Primary Sponsor
Steve Clouse
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AI Summary
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Proposes adding Section 284.02 to the Alabama Constitution of 2022 to require local constitutional amendments be published on the website of the affected county or political subdivision for at least four consecutive weeks before introduction.
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Requires proof of notice to be provided to the Clerk of the House or Secretary of the Senate at the time the constitutional amendment is introduced.
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Election on the proposed amendment shall be held in accordance with Sections 284 and 285 of the Alabama Constitution of 2022 and state election laws.
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Election officials shall assign a ballot number and include a description stating the amendment requires local constitutional amendments be published on the affected county or political subdivision website for four weeks prior to legislative introduction.
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Becomes effective upon ratification by a majority of qualified electors voting on the amendment.
Legislative Description
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of Alabama of 2022, to add Section 284.02, to require local constitutional amendments to be advertised prior to introduction.
Local Constitutional Amendments, require advertising four consecutive weeks on local government website
Last Action
Introduced and Referred to House Constitution, Campaigns and Elections
4/4/2023