SB130 Alabama 2010 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Arthur OrrSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2010

Title

Secretary of State, required to post on website proposed statewide constitutional amendments and to provide a discussion platform with the capability to allow readers to offer comments in an interactive format

Summary

The bill would require the Secretary of State to post the text of all proposed statewide constitutional amendments on its website and provide an interactive platform for public comments.

What This Bill Does

It mandates that the Secretary of State publish the text of every proposed statewide constitutional amendment on its website. It also requires the Secretary to maintain a discussion platform that allows readers to leave comments in an interactive format. The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month after it passes and the governor signs it (or otherwise becomes law).

Who It Affects

• Secretary of State's office: must post amendment texts and maintain the interactive discussion platform.
• Alabama residents/public: will be able to view proposed amendments online and participate by leaving comments.

Key Provisions

• Post the text of each proposed statewide constitutional amendment on the Secretary of State's website.
• Provide and maintain a discussion platform that allows readers to offer comments in an interactive format.
• Effective date: the first day of the third month following passage and governor's approval (or upon becoming law).

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Secretary of State