The bill SB5 proposes changes to the congressional districts in Alabama, amending Section 17-14-70 of the Code of Alabama 1975. It introduces a new redistricting plan, the "Livingston Congressional Plan 3-2023," which will replace the existing "Pringle Congressional Plan 1" for delineating the boundaries of the state's seven congressional districts. The plan's specifics, including census tracts, blocks, and county boundaries, will be incorporated into the section and made publicly accessible on the Legislature's website. The bill also mandates that the map and boundary descriptions be certified and posted on the Secretary of State's public website.

The bill is designed to take effect for the 2024 General Election and will remain in force until the subsequent reapportionment following the 2030 census. It includes a severability clause to ensure that if any part of the act is deemed invalid or unconstitutional, the rest of the provisions will continue to be operative. The act will become effective immediately upon its passage and approval by the Governor, or if it becomes law without the Governor's approval.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 17-14-70
Engrossed: 17-14-70
Enrolled: 17-14-70