Alabama SB22 revises the appointment process for the Commission on Uniform State Laws, assigning the President Pro Tempore of the Senate to appoint.

Alabama SB22 amends the appointment process for the Commission on Uniform State Laws. It changes the appointment of the Senate member from the Governor to the President Pro Tempore of the Senate. The commission, which includes members of the bar, a member of the House of Representatives, and the Director and Deputy Director of the Legislative Services Agency, continues to serve as an advisory body to the Legislature. The bill also addresses the procedure for filling vacancies in the commission. Effective October 1, 2026.

Alabama SB22 revises the appointment process for the Commission on Uniform State Laws, assigning the President Pro Tempore of the Senate to appoint.

Alabama SB22 amends the appointment process for the Commission on Uniform State Laws. It changes the appointment of the Senate member from the Governor to the President Pro Tempore of the Senate. The commission, which includes members of the bar, a member of the House of Representatives, and the Director and Deputy Director of the Legislative Services Agency, continues to serve as an advisory body to the Legislature. The bill also addresses the procedure for filling vacancies in the commission. Effective October 1, 2026.