Senate Bill 67 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Matt WoodsSenator

Republican

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Walker County; constitutional amendment, age to qualify for election or appointment as judge of probate increased to age 75

Summary

SB67 proposes a constitutional amendment for Walker County to set the maximum age to qualify as Judge of Probate at 75.

What This Bill Does

It would change the Alabama Constitution (for Walker County) so that a person not over 75 at the time of qualifying for election or at the time of appointment can be elected or appointed as Walker County Judge of Probate. This age limit would apply specifically to this county and not statewide, and would override the current age rule in Section 155 for this office. If voters approve the amendment, it becomes part of the constitution and the Code Commissioner would place it in the constitution with possible minor editorial changes; an election to ratify it would be conducted under the state election laws with standard ballot language.

Who It Affects

• Candidates for Walker County Judge of Probate who are 75 years old or younger at the time of qualifying for election or appointment
• Voters in Walker County who will vote on whether to ratify the constitutional amendment

Key Provisions

• Sets 75 as the maximum qualifying age for Walker County Judge of Probate, measured at the time of qualifying for election or at the time of appointment
• Notwithstanding Section 155 of the Alabama Constitution, applies this age limit specifically to Walker County Judge of Probate
• If ratified, Code Commissioner will number and place the amendment in the constitution and may perform minor editorial revisions for style and accuracy
• The amendment would be approved or rejected by a countywide vote under the state election laws and listed on the ballot with Yes and No options

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 12, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Walker County