This is a ceremonial resolution (HR 48), not a bill with policy changes. It formally commends Ja'Mel Jermaine Brown of Montgomery, Alabama, on his 35th birthday. The resolution highlights his background, ministry work, community service, and current roles as a pastor and community leader. It offers no concrete policy changes or direct impact on any group beyond expressing the legislature's "high regard" for his personal contributions.
HB 69 revises Alabama's licensing requirements for water well drillers and pump installers. It creates two license types: an unrestricted license ($1,000 fee) for full well drilling and pump work, and a restricted license ($500 fee) for specific activities like drilling one well type or pump maintenance. The bill increases annual licensing fees (from $200 to $1,000 for unrestricted), changes license validity to two years (from annual), and requires continuing education for licensees. These changes directly affect all professionals drilling water wells, installing pumps, or performing related activities in Alabama.
HB 109 proposes a constitutional amendment to continue Baldwin County’s existing two-mill ad valorem tax (based on property value) for public hospital funding in 19 specific election precincts. The tax would be levied annually for 20 years starting October 2027, with proceeds exclusively used for hospital services in those precincts as defined in state law. This amendment requires voter approval in a constitutional election and would not change current tax rates or the designated hospital funding area.
HB 211 would expand the official boundaries of the City of Loxley in Baldwin County to include approximately 101 acres of land known as the "Bertolla Property Legislative Annexation Area 1." The bill specifically describes a parcel bounded by Cabinet Shop Road and County Highway 64, adding it to Loxley's corporate limits for municipal governance. This boundary change requires a map to be filed with Baldwin County's probate office and takes effect on October 1, 2026. The bill directly affects the City of Loxley and the landowners within the newly included territory.
HB 209 proposes a constitutional amendment to allow Walker County residents aged 65+ to claim a property tax exemption on their primary residence. The exemption freezes the property's assessed value from the year before claiming it, applies only to single-family homes owned for at least five years, and requires written application between October 1-December 31, 2027. Homeowners must continue using the property as their primary residence to maintain the exemption, though millage rate changes and other exemptions remain unaffected. This amendment requires voter approval to become part of Alabama's constitution.
HR 35 is a ceremonial resolution passed by the Alabama House of Representatives to posthumously commend Dr. Leon Frazier for his life and career. The resolution highlights his professional achievements as an educator (including roles at Oklahoma State University and military training centers), psychologist, and community leader, as well as his service in organizations like the National Association of College Deans. It specifically notes his legacy through schools named in his honor, such as Frazier Preparatory School in Uganda, and his contributions to faith-based initiatives. This resolution does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal tribute to his accomplishments.
HR 36 is a resolution passed by the Alabama House of Representatives to commend Dr. Lloyd Walker for his 33 years of service at Alabama A&M University, including roles as a professor, dean, and research director. The resolution recognizes his contributions to the poultry industry, his dedication to student education, and his retirement effective January 1, 2026. It highlights his academic background, leadership roles, and personal life, including his family and post-retirement plans. As a commemorative resolution, it has no legal effect or policy changes - it serves solely as a symbolic gesture of appreciation.
HB 87 exempts sales of deer feed (specifically shelled corn sold for wild deer consumption) from Alabama's state sales and use taxes. It also allows counties and municipalities to choose whether to exempt deer feed sales from local taxes. The bill directly affects businesses selling deer feed and local tax authorities, changing how these sales are taxed at both state and local levels. The exemption takes effect on September 1, 2026.
HB 145 requires businesses moving tobacco across state lines (interstate warehousers and transporters) to obtain specific permits. It updates permit definitions to explicitly include tobacco transporters and clarifies that violations can lead to penalties. The bill directly affects tobacco distributors and logistics companies operating across state borders by mandating these permits and enforcing consequences for non-compliance. The current version is under review in the House Ways and Means Committee, with no votes taken yet.
This is a ceremonial resolution (not a law) formally honoring Mountain Brook Police Officer Richard Knecht. It recognizes his receipt of the Safe Schools Leadership Award from the Alabama Association of School Resource Officers (TAASRO) for his eight years as a School Resource Officer at Mountain Brook High School. The resolution highlights his leadership, service on the TAASRO board, and recent creation of an autism awareness patch to support the Autism Society of Alabama. It has no policy impact - it solely expresses legislative appreciation for his school safety work.
This resolution (HR 31) is a ceremonial tribute passed by Alabama's House of Representatives to mourn the death and celebrate the life of Deacon Amos McDaniel, Sr., a Thomasville, Alabama resident and longtime member of the New Greater First Baptist Church. It honors his 50+ years of service as a deacon, trustee, and financial secretary, his 96-year life, and his legacy as a devoted family man and community figure. The resolution formally records the House's "profound sorrow" at his passing on January 7, 2026, while highlighting his faith, kindness, and impact on his family and church. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create policy or affect any laws or regulations.
HR 24 is a resolution by the Alabama House of Representatives that congratulates and honors First Missionary Baptist Church in Huntsville, Alabama, on the dedication of its new sanctuary on January 25, 2026. It recognizes the church's 146-year history of community service since its founding in 1880, including its recent renovation after a 2023 flood. The resolution expresses appreciation for the church's role in fostering community and faith but does not create new laws or policies. It is a ceremonial gesture with no direct impact on legislation or affected parties.
