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WHAT'S WRONG?
It Hinders Economic Development
The 1901 Constitution prohibits state and local governments from participating in internal improvements or economic development activities.
Over 50 amendments allow various governing bodies different powers to promote economic development and invest in infrastructure projects, but the original provisions that put a straightjacket on economic development are still there.
As a result, the restrictions apply fully in some counties, partially in others, and not at all in still others.
| WHAT'S WRONG? | |
| • | It restricts local democracy |
| • | It locks in an unfair tax system |
| • | It limits budget flexibility |
| • | It is the longest known constitution in the world |
| • | It has undemocratic origins |
| RELATED DOCUMENTS | |
| • | Report on economic development (PDF file) |
PDF Document
Read this report on economic development from the Citizens' Commission on Constitutional Reform.
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Alabama Citizens for Constitutional Reform
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