HB16 Alabama 2017 Session
Bill Summary
Under the federal Indian Gaming Regulatory Act, if Class III gaming is authorized in a state, a qualifying Indian tribe may enter into a compact with the state for the operation of Class III gaming activities in the state
This bill would propose an amendment to the Constitution of Alabama of 1901, to provide that any tribal compact negotiated by the Governor would become effective only if ratified by three-fifths of all the members elected to each house of the Legislature
Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of Alabama of 1901; to provide a tribal compact negotiated by the Governor under the Indian Gaming Regulatory Act would become effective only if ratified by three-fifths of all the members elected to each house of the Legislature.
Bill Actions
| Action Date | Chamber | Action |
|---|---|---|
| February 7, 2017 | 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 | HB16 Alabama 2017 Session - Introduced |