The proposed bill seeks to amend the Constitution of Alabama of 2022 specifically for Macon County by increasing the age limit for individuals to be elected or appointed as Judge of Probate. The amendment stipulates that a person must be 75 years of age or younger at the time of qualifying for election or at the time of appointment, thereby allowing those up to that age to serve in this judicial position. This change is made notwithstanding Section 155 of the current Constitution, which presumably sets a different age limit.
Additionally, the bill outlines the process for ratification of this amendment, which will require a majority vote from qualified electors during an election. The election will be conducted in accordance with existing election laws, and the ballot will include a description of the proposed amendment along with options for voters to indicate their approval or disapproval. The bill also includes provisions for nonsubstantive revisions to ensure clarity and consistency in the language of the amendment.