Alabama is quietly moving toward giving more power to unelected officials while making it harder for voters to push back.
Here’s what’s happening:
- The Public Service Commission (PSC) is expanding and its election cycles are being staggered. This means voters can’t easily replace officials who make unpopular decisions—only one or two seats are at risk in each election.
- An appointed executive will control voting schedules and agendas, deciding when and how things happen—without being elected.
- This centralization works like the Board of Equalization, which can raise property taxes year after year, giving a few people control over the finances of many.
Why it matters: Controlling property taxes, power bills, and water bills could let wealthy interests take over personal real estate—the last major asset most families own. Laws like these aren’t just technical; they’re a step toward putting your property, your money, and your freedom under the control of a few powerful people.
