Alabama Constitution Section 76 - Restrictions on legislation at special sessions; duration of special sessions.
Alabama Constitution – Section 76
Title: Restrictions on legislation at special sessions; duration of special sessions.
Text of Section 76:
When the legislature is convened in special session by the governor, no business shall be transacted other than that expressly designated in the proclamation by which the session is called, or that may be recommended by the governor; and the session shall be limited to thirty days.
✅ Key Points Explained:
Governor's Authority:
The Governor has the power to call the legislature into a special session.
Limited Agenda:
The legislature can only deal with topics:
Explicitly mentioned in the Governor's proclamation, or
Recommended by the Governor during the session.
Time Limit:
A special session cannot last longer than 30 days.
📌 Purpose of Section 76:
To control the scope and duration of legislative activity during a special session.
Ensures that such sessions are focused, efficient, and limited to urgent or specific issues as deemed necessary by the Governor.
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