Alabama elections now subject to audit, but bill sponsor wants some changes

By: Anna Barrett

Outlets: Alabama Reflector

Published: April 21, 2026

Words: 686

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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The sponsor of a new law requiring audits of general elections in Alabama said Monday he wants to make some changes in the future.

HB 95, sponsored by Rep. Joe Lovvorn, R-Auburn, requires probate judges to conduct a post-election audit of every ballot in one precinct after every county and statewide general election.

An executive amendment from Gov. Kay Ivey added to the legislation in the final days of the 2026 legislative session …

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