HB13 Alabama 2016 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Alan Harper

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2016

Title

Lotteries, Legislature authorized to provide by general law, const. amend

Summary

HB13 would amend Alabama's Constitution to allow the Legislature to create a state-run lottery under general law, replacing the current outright prohibition.

What This Bill Does

If approved, the amendment would change Section 65 to permit the Legislature to establish a lottery operated for the benefit of the state under general law. It would keep the current prohibition in place unless the amendment is passed by voters. The decision would be made by a statewide election held with the next general election, and the ballot would describe the proposed change and include Yes/No options. If the amendment passes, the Legislature would have authority to implement and regulate a state lottery according to general laws adopted for that purpose.

Who It Affects

• Alabama residents who may be able to participate in a future state lottery if and when it is established and regulated under general law.
• The Alabama Legislature and state government, which would gain the authority to establish, operate, and regulate a lottery under general law.

Key Provisions

• Part I preserves the current prohibition on lotteries and gift enterprises and repeals any existing authorization of such activities.
• Part II allows the Legislature to establish or provide for a lottery to be operated on behalf of and for the benefit of the state under terms and regulations set forth by general law.
• Section 2 requires an election at the next statewide general election to decide whether to amend the constitution.
• Section 3 provides the ballot language and placement details for the proposed amendment.

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

Subjects

Constitutional Amendments