HR183 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

House of Representatives, Consent Calendar

Summary

HR183 creates a House Consent Calendar to move certain bills through without amendments or debate on a set day.

What This Bill Does

Establishes a Consent Calendar process, listing certain bills (including HB193 and HB241) to be considered on the 11th legislative day (or later if not reached). Bills on the Consent Calendar may not be amended, substituted, debated, or carried over. Members may object to listed bills by adjournment on the 10th legislative day. HB193 adds a senior insurance discount (for those 55 and over) who complete a motor vehicle accident prevention course (amending Sec 27-13-121); HB241 deals with printing rules for Acts, Journals, and other official documents, including changes to multiple sections and renumbering.

Who It Affects

• House members and staff involved in the consent process (objections and calendar procedures)
• Seniors aged 55 and over who may receive a motor vehicle insurance discount if they complete an accident prevention course (HB193)
• Legislative staff and offices responsible for printing Acts, Journals, and other official documents (HB241 changes)

Key Provisions

• Creates or uses a Consent Calendar to list bills to be considered without amendments, substitutions, or debate on a designated day
• Provides a deadline for objections to listed bills: adjournment on the 10th legislative day
• Specifies that listed bills cannot be amended, substituted, debated, or carried over when considered on the Consent Calendar
• HB193 (Sec 27-13-121 amended) would establish a senior discount on motor vehicle insurance for those aged 55+ who complete a mandated accident prevention course
• HB241 would modify printing guidelines and time frames for official documents (Acts, House and Senate Journals), adding and renumbering specific sections (e.g., 29-1-28 to 29-1-39 and related sections)

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

Subjects

Resolutions, Legislative