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SR 67

SPECIAL ORDER CALENDAR

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Jabo Waggoner

Alabama procedural resolution establishing a special order calendar to prioritize and schedule specific bills for floor consideration and voting.

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Bill Summary · SR 67

Legislative bill overview

SR 67 is a special order calendar resolution introduced in the Alabama legislature by Jabo Waggoner. Special order calendars are procedural measures that establish the sequence and timing for considering specific bills on the legislative floor. The resolution was adopted on February 26, 2026, the same day it was introduced.

Why is this important

Special order resolutions control which bills receive floor time and when they're debated, directly affecting which legislation gets prioritized for voting. This procedural tool can significantly influence which measures advance in the legislative process, making it strategically important for legislative leadership and bill sponsors seeking expedited consideration.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency about which bills are affected: The bill title alone doesn't specify which legislation is being prioritized, requiring review of the full resolution text to understand actual impact
  • Procedural power concentration: Special orders can be used to fast-track favored legislation while delaying other measures, raising questions about fair process and majority control
  • Limited public notice: With same-day introduction and adoption, there's minimal opportunity for public input or stakeholder engagement on the procedural decision

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

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