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SB166 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026
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Summary

Session
Regular Session 2015
Title
Lane Cake, designated as official state dessert
Summary

The bill designates Lane Cake, which originated in Clayton, Alabama, as the official state dessert (state cake) of Alabama.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the Lane Cake would be Alabama's official state dessert and recognize it as a state symbol. It notes that Lane Cake originated in Clayton, Alabama. The designation would take effect immediately after the governor signs the bill or it becomes law by other means.

Who It Affects
  • Alabama residents and visitors, who would see Lane Cake recognized as the official state dessert (a state symbol to reference and celebrate).
  • Bakers, restaurants, and food businesses in Alabama (especially in Clayton) that make Lane Cake or might use the designation in marketing.
Key Provisions
  • Section 1 designates Lane Cake, originated in Clayton, Alabama, as the official state cake/dessert of Alabama.
  • Section 2 states the act becomes effective immediately following its passage and approval by the Governor, or otherwise becoming law.
AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects
State Symbols

Bill Actions

H

Pending third reading on day 27 Favorable from Economic Development and Tourism

S

Blackwell motion to Adopt adopted Roll Call 550

S

Blackwell Amendment Offered

H

Read for the second time and placed on the calendar

S

Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass adopted Roll Call 551

H

Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Economic Development and Tourism

S

Third Reading Passed

S

Engrossed

S

Read for the second time and placed on the calendar

S

Read for the first time and referred to the Senate committee on Governmental Affairs

Bill Text

Votes

Blackwell motion to Adopt

April 16, 2015 Senate Passed
Yes 22
No 5
Abstained 2
Absent 6

Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass

April 16, 2015 Senate Passed
Yes 22
No 5
Abstained 2
Absent 6

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature