This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to allow Monroe County residents aged 65 and older to claim a senior property tax exemption on their primary single-family home. The exemption would freeze the property's assessed value at the level from the year before the exemption begins, protecting owners from future property value increases while still allowing taxes to rise if the home is expanded or improved. To qualify, homeowners must have lived in the property as their main residence for at least five years before applying, and the exemption can be claimed starting October 1, 2027. The measure requires voter approval through an election before it becomes law, and it would not affect existing homestead exemptions or changes to local tax rates.
SB 247 allows nonprofit health care service corporations in Alabama to reorganize under a nonprofit holding company, creating a new structural framework without altering their core legal identity. The bill restricts the holding company (and its affiliates) from controlling hospitals, insurance companies, or other health care providers - except for foreign acquisitions that commit to divesting Alabama health care assets within two years. It also requires public notice and a 30-day comment period for transactions exceeding 5% of the health care service corporation’s assets. These provisions aim to balance organizational flexibility with regulatory oversight in Alabama’s health care sector.
HB 508 proposes repealing a specific constitutional requirement in Alabama that currently mandates voter approval for municipalities outside Etowah County to annex territory within Etowah County before January 1, 1986. If passed, this change would remove the need for a local election to approve such annexations, directly affecting municipalities seeking to expand into Etowah County territory. The bill targets Section 28-11.20 of Alabama’s Constitution, which created this voter approval process for pre-1986 annexations. This is a substantive policy change to streamline annexation procedures for affected municipalities.
This bill authorizes Shelby County to sell gas, minerals, and other resources recovered from its public landfill to public or private buyers. The county must use competitive bidding to select the lowest responsible bidder for these sales, with contracts limited to a maximum of 20 years. All money earned from these sales must be deposited into the county's General Fund and used for solid waste collection, landfill maintenance, and other legally permitted purposes. The law takes effect on October 1, 2026, and would apply only to Shelby County.
HB 504 modifies Wilcox County's rules for mailing vehicle license renewals through the probate office. It sets a $3 maximum fee for standard mail renewal applications (processed as postcards) and allows a $10 fee for priority mail delivery of license plates or decals. The bill requires the county commission to establish these fees, which are collected by the probate judge and deposited into the county's general fund. This directly affects Wilcox County residents renewing vehicle licenses and the county's probate office handling mail services.
SB 205 updates the definition of "excavation" to explicitly include activities like drilling, marine construction, pile-driving, and trenching before digging begins. This change directly affects contractors and utility companies working on complex projects involving underground utilities. The bill requires these parties to use the One-Call notification system before starting work that could damage buried infrastructure, ensuring safer construction practices. It does not create new obligations but clarifies which activities must follow existing notification rules.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally commends Kelli Fischer, principal of Opelika High School, for being named the 2025-2026 Alabama High School Principal of the Year. The resolution recognizes her leadership in improving school culture, student support, and academic outcomes, including specific programs like daily student mentorship and incentive systems that have reduced absenteeism and behavior issues. It highlights her response to the 2023 Dadeville mass shooting, noting how she helped injured students return to graduation and fostered a supportive school environment. The bill does not create new laws or funding but serves as an official acknowledgment of her achievements from the Alabama Legislature.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally honors the life and military service of Lieutenant Colonel Jonathan David Shultz, USAF (Retired), a Huntsville resident who passed away in 2025. The resolution recognizes his 21 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Air Force and Alabama Air National Guard, including combat missions and leadership roles, as well as his post-retirement contributions to the defense industry and medical research. It expresses the Alabama Legislature's deepest sympathy to his family and presents a copy of the resolution to them as a token of appreciation. The bill does not create new laws or policies but serves as a commemorative measure to acknowledge his legacy and contributions to the state and nation.
This bill is a Senate Joint Resolution that formally commends Peggy Sellers Benson on her retirement as Executive Officer of the Alabama Board of Nursing. The resolution recognizes her nearly three-decade career in nursing leadership, including her role in implementing new healthcare worker classifications and joining the national Nurse Licensure Compact. It highlights her professional achievements and contributions to nursing workforce development without creating any new laws or policies. The document serves as a ceremonial acknowledgment of her service rather than establishing substantive legislative changes.
This bill is a commendation resolution recognizing Honda for 25 years of operating its automotive plant in Lincoln, Alabama. It does not create new laws or change policies but instead formally acknowledges Honda's $3.2 billion investment, 4,500 direct employees, and broader economic contributions to the state. The resolution highlights the plant's production capacity, its role in the local economy, and Honda's community service efforts. As a symbolic measure, it requires no funding or regulatory changes and serves to honor Honda's long-term commitment to Alabama.
HJR 182 is a ceremonial resolution recognizing Montgomery County Sheriff Derrick Cunningham for being named the 2026 Ferris E. Lucas Sheriff of the Year by the National Sheriffs' Association. The resolution honors his career achievements, including serving as Montgomery County's first African American sheriff since 2015, leading a 400-employee agency, and his community-focused policing initiatives. It has no policy impact or funding provisions, as it solely expresses legislative commendation. This resolution directly affects Sheriff Cunningham through formal recognition of his professional accomplishments.
HJR 176 is a ceremonial resolution commending the inaugural Ozark Collard Green Festival held on November 15, 2025. It formally recognizes the festival's role in celebrating collard greens as a cultural symbol of Alabama's agricultural heritage, food traditions, and community resilience. The resolution thanks founder Ms. Belinda Thomas, organizers, participants, and supporters for promoting local farming and cultural preservation. As a non-binding resolution, it does not create new laws or affect policy, serving only to honor the event's significance.
