SB14 Alabama 2016 1st Special Session Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Paul Sanford

Republican

Session

First Special Session 2016

Title

Probate court, court costs, payable at discretion of court when pleading filed, security deposits for court costs authorized, Sec. 12-19-43 am'd.

Summary

SB14 would amend Alabama's constitution to create an Alabama General Fund Lottery limited to multi-state games, run by the state, with proceeds funding the General Fund after prizes and expenses.

What This Bill Does

If passed, it would establish a new state lottery restricted to multi-state games. Proceeds would first cover lottery administration and prizes, with any remaining funds deposited into the State General Fund. The lottery would be administered by a state agency or entity created by the Legislature and governed by general laws enacted after the amendment. A statewide vote would be required to approve the constitutional change.

Who It Affects

• Alabama residents who participate in the new Alabama General Fund Lottery (through purchases of lottery tickets) and could win prizes, with revenues supporting state funding.
• State government (Legislature and the designated administering agency) that would establish, regulate, and operate the lottery and determine how the funds are used in the General Fund.

Key Provisions

• Amends Section 65 of the Alabama Constitution to create an Alabama General Fund Lottery limited to multi-state lottery games.
• Proceeds first pay for lottery administration and prizes; any remaining funds go to the State General Fund.
• Administration and regulation handled by a state agency or entity established by the Legislature, with details set in general laws enacted after the amendment.
• Requires statewide voter approval via a constitutional amendment (referendum) before taking effect.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Judge, Probate