HB 112 revises annual compensation for specific St. Clair County officials, directly affecting the sheriff, judge of probate, revenue commissioner, county commission chair, and commission members. Starting in 2026, the sheriff’s total compensation will reach $160,000 annually (effective 2027), while the judge of probate, revenue commissioner, and commission chair will receive $130,000 annually. Non-chair commission members will receive $45,000 annually, with all new rates replacing prior expense allowances. The bill repeals multiple previous acts governing these positions’ pay and takes effect June 1, 2026.
HB 245 is a procedural amendment to the Rural Hospital Investment Program, specifically modifying administrative language related to appointment procedures for oversight roles. It replaces technical references in the bill text to clarify that certain appointments must be made "pursuant to subdivisions (a)(6)(5) and (a)(7)(6)" within the Department of Revenue's oversight structure. The bill does not create new funding or services but adjusts how appointments for program oversight are handled. It remains pending in the House Committee on Ways and Means Education, with no substantive policy changes enacted yet.
SB 175 revises Marshall County's procedures for handling abandoned and stolen property recovered by the sheriff's department. It requires the sheriff to sell unclaimed property (including firearms) after a 12-month period via public or internet auction, with specific notice requirements (20 days of posting or newspaper ads). The bill adds new rules for firearms, mandating permanent records, restricting sales to federally licensed gun dealers via sealed bids, and requiring proceeds to fund the sheriff's office. These changes apply only to Marshall County and take effect October 1, 2026.
SJR 19 is a commemorative resolution honoring the late Anna Smith Bedsole Holmes, a former Alabama state legislator and community leader. It recognizes her historic role as Alabama's first Republican woman elected to the House and first woman elected to the Senate, along with her work on 911 systems, conservation, education (founding Alabama's School of Mathematics and Science), and Mobile community initiatives. The resolution formally commemorates her life and legacy without creating new laws, policies, or affecting any individuals or programs. It serves solely to acknowledge her contributions to Alabama's public service and community development.
This is a memorial resolution (HR 82), not a policy bill. It formally records the Alabama House of Representatives' sorrow over the death of Jeremiah Matthew Scott, a 17-year-old Ardmore High School student and Elkmont Volunteer Fire Department cadet who passed away on November 9, 2025. The resolution celebrates his life, character, and community involvement, noting his family, faith, and aspirations to become a firefighter. It contains no policy changes or funding provisions - only a ceremonial expression of mourning and tribute to his legacy.
SB 250 expands Alabama's Indian Affairs Commission by increasing its tribal representation from seven to nine members, formally recognizing two additional tribes (the United Cherokee Ani-Yun-Wiya Nation and Ma-Chis Lower Creek Indian Tribe) for the first time. The bill authorizes the commission to seek state funding alongside federal grants, while adding specific requirements for the executive director, including salary, age, and residency rules. It also clarifies that the commission cannot be forced to share certain tribal records with membership organizations. These changes update the commission’s structure and operational authority without altering its core duties of studying Indian affairs and coordinating with government agencies.
This bill designates February 14, 2026, as "Order of the Eastern Star Regional Conference Day" for Districts 13, 14, 18, and 19 in Alabama. It is a ceremonial resolution recognizing the Order of the Eastern Star organization's community service and fraternal work. The bill has no binding requirements or policy changes; it simply urges residents to acknowledge the organization's contributions. This is a symbolic gesture, not a substantive legislative action.
SB 244 increases the fee paid when recording home loans, deeds of trust, or similar property security instruments in Alabama. The bill modifies how this fee revenue is distributed, directing all proceeds to the Alabama Housing Trust Fund instead of general state funds. This change affects anyone recording such property-related financial instruments (like homebuyers or lenders), with the new revenue specifically funding housing programs. The fee amount itself remains unchanged (30 cents per $100 of debt), but the destination of the funds is now dedicated to housing. The bill makes no changes to the fee calculation method or the instruments subject to the fee.
This Senate resolution (SR 33) establishes a special order for the Alabama Senate's agenda on February 3, 2026, prioritizing specific bills ahead of regular business. It lists items like SB71 (which restricts stricter environmental rules) and SB166 (requiring campaign record preservation) for immediate consideration. The resolution does not change laws but affects the legislative process by scheduling these items as the Senate's top priority on that date. It is a procedural measure to manage the Senate's workflow, not a substantive policy change.
This is a commemorative resolution (HR 81), not a policy bill. It formally mourns the death of Kenneth "Kenny" Thompson, a longtime Hartselle, Alabama community leader and teacher who served nearly 40 years on the Hartselle City Council (including as president). The resolution honors his life, noting his career in education, decades of public service, and community impact before his passing on January 25, 2026. It serves as a formal legislative tribute to his legacy and expresses sympathy to his family.
This is a commemorative resolution, not a substantive bill. It formally mourns the death of Kenneth "Kenny" Thompson, a longtime Hartselle, Alabama, community leader, educator, and 40-year city council member who died on January 25, 2026. The resolution honors his life, service to the community, and legacy as a respected figure who served as council president. It does not create any policy changes or affect any laws or individuals beyond expressing legislative sympathy.
SB 258 redraws the 35 districts used to elect Alabama State Senators. It establishes new boundaries based on the "McClendon Senate Plan 1 Hatcher Senate Plan 1-2026" map, incorporating specific census tract, block, and county descriptions. The bill requires the Legislature to post this map and its boundary details on its public website for transparency. This change directly affects voters in Alabama's Senate districts by altering which geographic areas elect each senator.
