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AL SB169
Bill
AI Summary
- Proposes an amendment to Section 136 of the Alabama Constitution of 2022 to authorize the Governor to appoint an individual to fill a vacancy in the office of Lieutenant Governor
- Currently, the Governor has appointment authority for vacancies in Attorney General, State Auditor, Secretary of State, State Treasurer, and Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries, but not for Lieutenant Governor
- Any appointed individual would serve until the disability is removed or a successor is elected and qualified
- Election on the proposed amendment shall be held according to Sections 284 and 285 of the Constitution and state election laws
- Amendment becomes valid upon voter approval
Legislative Description
Executive Branch, Governor authorized to appoint vacancy in office of Lieutenant Governor, statewide constitutional amendment
Constitutional Amendments Statewide
Last Action
Currently Indefinitely Postponed
5/6/2025
Committee Referrals
Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development2/13/2025
Full Bill Text
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