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SR 96

SPECIAL ORDER CALENDAR

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Jabo Waggoner

Alabama Legislature adopted a special order calendar resolution to establish floor debate scheduling and bill priorities during the current session.

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Bill Summary · SR 96

Legislative bill overview

SR 96 is a special order calendar resolution introduced in the Alabama Legislature by Jabo Waggoner. The resolution was adopted on May 7, 2025, via roll call vote 1001. Special order calendars establish the schedule and priority for considering specific bills during legislative sessions.

Why is this important

Special order resolutions determine which bills receive floor debate time and in what sequence, directly affecting which legislation gets voted on and potentially passes. This procedural tool influences the legislative agenda and can prioritize certain bills over others based on sponsor preference or political strategy.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency: The bill summary does not specify which bills are being prioritized or their contents, making it difficult for the public to understand the legislative priorities
  • Procedural power: Special orders can give disproportionate attention to certain legislation while delaying or burying other bills, raising fairness concerns
  • Limited public information: Without details on the specific bills included in this calendar, voters cannot easily assess whether their representatives' priorities align with their own

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

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