Alabama precedent shows special justices have been appointed in multiple cases when recusals or disqualifications prevented the regular court from sitting.
Leaders emphasized the necessity of voter education and celebrated the state health committee's recognition for health equity work during a Tuesday meeting.
Alabama Republicans blasted the decision while Democrats and immigrant advocates welcomed renewed certainty for children protected by the 14th Amendment.
The committee-backed measure trimmed discretionary spending by 3 percent while emphasizing rural health, biomedical research, biodefense and education accountability.