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AL SB67

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/13/2026

Primary Sponsor

Matt Woods

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment specific to Walker County, Alabama, allowing persons up to 75 years of age to qualify for election or appointment as Judge of Probate

  • Creates an exception to Section 155 of the Alabama Constitution of 2022, which currently sets a lower age limit for judicial qualification

  • Requires voter approval through a ballot measure in accordance with Sections 284, 284.01, and 285 of the Alabama Constitution

  • Applies only to Walker County and would not affect probate judge age requirements in other Alabama counties

  • Introduced by Senator Woods on January 13, 2026, and referred to the Local Legislation committee

Legislative Description

Walker County; constitutional amendment, age to qualify for election or appointment as judge of probate increased to age 75

Walker County

Last Action

Carried Over to the Call of the Chair

1/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Local Legislation1/20/2026
Local Legislation1/13/2026

Full Bill Text

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