Rep. Patrick Sellers

Maddy summaryHB 21, the Parental Right to Participate in Schools Act, allows Alabama parents and guardians of school-age children to take up to 48 hours annually for school-related activities like conferences, sports events, or performances. Employers must permit this leave unless it would substantially disrupt business operations, and employees must provide at least 10 days' advance notice (unless the event was unforeseeable). Employers must post workplace notices about the law and face $100 daily fines for non-compliance. The Alabama Department of Workforce will enforce the law, which takes effect October 1, 2026.

Maddy summaryHR 356 is a resolution to honor and celebrate Cindy O'Brien on the occasion of her retirement. It commends her for 42 years of service as a physical education specialist at Hueytown Intermediate and for her significant contributions to the field of physical education in Alabama and nationally.

Maddy summaryHB 53 creates a rebuttable presumption that joint legal custody and equal or approximately equal parenting time with both parents is in the best interest of the child. It requires courts to document their reasons if they deviate from this presumption and establishes uniform guidelines for other custody arrangements. The bill mandates that all parties in custody matters submit a parenting plan, outlining remedies like makeup parenting time for non-adherence. Additionally, it removes outdated language regarding a husband's automatic custody in cases of abandonment by the wife.

Maddy summaryHR 284 is a commemorative resolution that celebrates the 150th anniversary of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church in Hueytown, Alabama. It recognizes the church's history and dedicated service to the community.

Maddy summaryThis is a symbolic resolution (HR 205) commending Alabama native James Bradberry IV for his professional football career. The resolution formally recognizes his achievements as a former Pleasant Grove High School athlete, college player at Samford University, and NFL cornerback for the Carolina Panthers, New York Giants, and Philadelphia Eagles, including a Super Bowl championship with the Eagles. It does not create any new laws or affect policies; it is solely a ceremonial tribute to his career. The resolution was introduced by Alabama House representatives and passed without legislative action beyond the formal commendation.

Maddy summaryHR 174 is a ceremonial resolution commending Shernell Lewis, a physical science teacher at Hueytown Middle School in Jefferson County, for being named the 2025-2026 Secondary Education Teacher of the Year by Jefferson County Schools. The resolution formally recognizes her seven years of teaching, educational background, and dedication to fostering student engagement through innovative science lessons. This resolution has no policy impact - it solely offers official praise from the Alabama House of Representatives. It directly affects Shernell Lewis as the recipient of this formal commendation.

Maddy summaryThis is a procedural resolution (HR 175), not a substantive bill. It formally congratulates Dr. Walter B. Gonsoulin, Jr., on being named the 2025 National Superintendent of the Year by AASA, The School Superintendents Association. The resolution recognizes him as the first Alabama educator to win this national award, honoring his leadership as Jefferson County Schools superintendent. The resolution has no policy impact - it is purely a ceremonial expression of appreciation with no direct effect on constituents or legislation.

Maddy summaryHB 397 requires Alabama real estate licensees (brokers and salespeople) to make specific disclosures when handling residential property assignments. It mandates that licensees disclose to buyers if the seller isn't the legal property owner (deed holder) and disclose in writing to sellers the buyer's intent to assign their purchase rights before any assignment occurs. The bill also requires licensees to provide at least three business days' written notice of the assignment's effective date and set a fixed closing date without automatic extensions. These requirements aim to prevent undisclosed property rights transfers and give buyers and sellers clear advance notice, with the Alabama Real Estate Commission authorized to impose fines or license penalties for violations.

Maddy summaryHB 73 establishes a fine for possessing a trigger activator within Jefferson County. It directly affects residents and businesses in Jefferson County who may possess such devices. The bill creates a specific penalty for this possession but does not define "trigger activator" or specify the fine amount in the provided abstract. As a local ordinance, it applies only within Jefferson County's jurisdiction. The bill is currently pending in the House Committee on Jefferson County Legislation.

Maddy summaryHB 326, the "Parental Right to Participate in Schools Act," allows parents or legal guardians of school-age children to take up to 48 hours annually from work for school-related activities like conferences, performances, or sports events. Employees must provide 10 days' written notice (unless unforeseeable) and employers may deny leave only if it would substantially disrupt business operations. Employers must post notices about the law and face $100 daily fines for noncompliance, with enforcement handled by Alabama's Department of Workforce. The law applies to all employers in Alabama and takes effect October 1, 2025.