The bill amends Section 17-13-3 of the Code of Alabama 1975, changing the date for primary elections held in off-presidential years. The new legal language specifies that these elections will now take place on the Tuesday in May preceding Memorial Day, replacing the previous date of the fourth Tuesday in May. Additionally, the bill clarifies that any references in existing statutes to primary elections being held in June or May will now refer to the primary election in March when a presidential primary is conducted.

The bill also outlines the procedures for runoff primary elections, stating that they will occur on the fourth Tuesday following the primary election and will be conducted by the same election officers at the same polling places. Special primary elections will be held following a proclamation by the Governor or as otherwise provided by law, with similar provisions for runoff elections. The act is set to take effect immediately upon passage.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 17-13-3, 17-13-3
Enrolled: 17-13-3, 17-13-3