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HB 6

Political parties; disqualifying candidate from ballot because of contributions from particular person or entity prohibited

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Phillip Pettus

Alabama bill HB 6 prohibits political parties from removing ballot candidates based on campaign contributions from specific donors, limiting party control over candidate eligibility.

Read for the first time and referred to the House Committee on Constitution, Campaigns and Elections
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Bill Summary · HB 6

Legislative bill overview

HB 6 prohibits political parties from removing or disqualifying candidates from ballots based solely on campaign contributions received from specific individuals or entities. The bill targets party gatekeeping power over candidate eligibility, preventing parties from using funding sources as a criterion for ballot removal.

Why is this important

Political parties currently have significant control over ballot access and candidate viability through various mechanisms. This bill would restrict one such mechanism—using donor relationships as grounds for disqualification—which could affect how parties maintain internal standards and respond to controversial funding sources.

Potential points of contention

  • Party autonomy vs. public interest: Parties argue they need discretion to distance themselves from problematic donors; critics counter this limits legitimate party discipline
  • Donor transparency: Unclear whether the bill permits parties to disqualify candidates for non-disclosure of contributions versus disqualification for the contributions themselves
  • Scope ambiguity: The bill's language doesn't specify whether it applies to primary elections only or general elections, or whether "particular person or entity" includes foreign nationals or shell organizations
  • Practical enforcement: Determining causation (whether disqualification was "because of" contributions versus other stated reasons) could create litigation challenges

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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