SB166 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Tom Whatley

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Constitution of Alabama of 1901, proposed state and local constitutional amendment, and state and local referendums shall be held at statewide primary or general election, const. amend.

Summary

This bill would require all constitutional amendments and certain referendums to be voted on only at statewide elections, not at special elections.

What This Bill Does

If passed, any proposed statewide or local constitutional amendment, any referendum required by state or local law, and any referendum called by a state or local government would be placed on the ballot at a statewide primary or statewide general election. The voting would follow existing constitutional sections and state election laws. Election officials must assign a ballot number and include a clear description of the measure, with Yes and No voting options.

Who It Affects

• Voters across Alabama who would be voting on constitutional amendments or referendums during statewide elections
• Election officials and local governments responsible for scheduling, labeling, and presenting these measures on ballots during statewide elections

Key Provisions

• Requires statewide or local constitutional amendments, state or local referendums, and referendums called by state or local government to be submitted to voters at a statewide primary or general election
• Notwithstanding current constitutional sections and laws, these measures must be on statewide election ballots
• Election officials must assign a ballot number and provide a description of the measure, followed by Yes ( ) No ( ) options

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