Alabama Constitution Section 130 Holding office in addition to that of governor
Alabama Constitution – Section 130: Holding Office in Addition to That of Governor
Section 130 of the Alabama Constitution prohibits the Governor from holding any other office during their term. Here’s the provision:
Section 130.
The governor shall not hold any other office or commission, civil or military, during his term of office, nor shall he be eligible for election to any other office under this state or the United States during the term for which he shall have been elected governor.
Explanation:
No Dual Office-Holding: The Governor cannot simultaneously hold any other position—whether it's a civil or military role, or any government commission—while serving as Governor.
No Election to Other Office During Term: The Governor is barred from running for or being elected to any other office (state or federal) during the term for which they were elected Governor, even if they resign early.
This rule is designed to:
Avoid conflicts of interest,
Ensure the Governor remains fully focused on their executive duties,
Preserve the separation of powers.
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