HB 471 Alabama House · 2026 Regular Session

Lieutenant Governor, vacancy in office, require the office be filled by election in certain circumstances

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to Alabama's Constitution requiring that a Lieutenant Governor be elected if their office becomes vacant more than 60 days before a general election for state offices. It directly affects Alabama voters and the Lieutenant Governor's office, ensuring the position is filled through election rather than remaining vacant during that period. The key provision specifies that in such cases, voters would elect a replacement Lieutenant Governor at the upcoming general election to serve the unexpired term. This amendment would apply specifically when the vacancy occurs more than two months prior to a statewide election.
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Introduced Feb 17, 2026 Last action Feb 17, 2026
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Arnold Mooney
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