Alabama § 41-18-3 - Effect of Adoption.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 41-18-3 — Effect of Adoption., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 41-18-3. Effect of Adoption.
Nothing contained in the southern growth policies agreement, as enacted by this chapter, shall in any event be construed to terminate the participation of this state with any state which adopted the southern growth policies agreement prior to October 10, 1975; except, that the provisions of Article XII (c) shall govern with respect to the continuance of states as parties thereto after December 31, 1977.
No section, article, or provision contained in this chapter shall be construed so as to prohibit, restrict, or restrain the actions of any individual member state or the actions of any county or municipal government within the boundaries of any individual member state, nor shall any delegate from the State of Alabama be authorized by this legislature to cast any vote that would in any manner restrict the sovereign rights presently granted to or retained by this state under the United States Constitution, or the rights of any local governments granted by the Constitution of the State of Alabama or by statutory acts of the Legislature.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 41-18-3
What does Code of Alabama § 41-18-3 cover?
Section 41-18-3 ("Effect of Adoption.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 41-18-3?
A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 41-18-3" (Alabama). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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How does Alabama § 41-18-3 apply to my situation?
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