HB212 Alabama 2014 Session
Bill Summary
Existing law provides that, unless otherwise provided by law, whenever a vacancy occurs in an elected state, county, or municipal law, the vacancy is filled by appointment of the Governor
Existing law also provides for filling a vacancy in the office of senator or representative in the Legislature by special election
This bill would repeal the provision of law that provides for a special election to fill a vacancy in the office of senator or representative in the Legislature, thereby allowing the Governor to fill such a vacancy by appointment
To amend Section 17-15-1, Code of Alabama 1975, relating to special elections, to repeal the provision of law that provides for the a special election to fill a vacancy in the office of senator or representative in the Legislature.
Bill Actions
| Action Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| January 14, 2014 | H | Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Constitution, Campaigns and Elections |
Bill Text
Bill Documents
| Type | Link |
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| Bill Text | HB212 Alabama 2014 Session - Introduced |