SB 257 Alabama Senate · 2025 Regular Session

Alabama Educational Television Foundation Authority, authorized to secure additional funds

SB 257 amends existing law related to the Alabama Educational Television Foundation Authority. Currently, the Authority is prohibited from engaging in activities that influence legislation or involve propaganda. This bill would authorize the Authority to use its funds for fundraising, soliciting donations, and otherwise securing additional funding. These activities must comply with the Internal Revenue Code and applicable federal regulations. This change directly affects the Authority by expanding its capacity to seek financial support.
Bill status died 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Mar 2025
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Introduced Mar 19, 2025 Last action May 6, 2025
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Apr 2, 2025
Upper · Passed
Reported Out of Committee House of Origin
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Mar 19, 2025
Upper · Passed
Pending Committee Action in House of Origin (Education Policy)
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Donnie Chesteen
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