Rep. Paul Lee

Maddy summaryHB 194 proposes to revise the membership of the Joint Committee of the State Board of Medical Examiners and the Board of Nursing for Advanced Practice Nurses. This committee is responsible for overseeing the practice of advanced practice nurses in Alabama. The bill specifically increases the number of certified registered nurse practitioners (CRNPs) on the committee from one to two. It also removes the requirement for a general registered nurse to serve as a member of this joint committee.

Maddy summaryHJR 333 is a resolution that commends Danne Howard. It congratulates her on being selected as the President and CEO of the Alabama Hospital Association. The resolution acknowledges her previous roles, including Deputy Director and Chief Operating Officer, and her work in governmental relations, emergency preparedness, and leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Maddy summaryHR 340 is a commemorative resolution that commends and congratulates Danne Howard. It recognizes her selection as President and CEO of the Alabama Hospital Association and acknowledges her past service and advocacy in the state's healthcare system.

Maddy summaryHB 428 is a local bill specifically for Houston County, Alabama. It transfers all duties related to the sale or redemption of lands for unpaid taxes from the Judge of Probate to the Revenue Commissioner. This means the Revenue Commissioner will become responsible for these processes, and the Judge of Probate will no longer perform them. This change is scheduled to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 314 authorizes the Houston County Sheriff's Office to use credit or debit cards for purchasing physical items or services, directly affecting the sheriff's office operations. The bill requires the sheriff to establish written policies including spending limits per purchase and monthly totals, secure card access procedures, and mandatory monthly bill reviews to prevent unauthorized charges. It mandates paying bills in full to avoid fees and directs any rewards earned to the sheriff's discretionary fund. The measure does not change existing funding limits or allow the sheriff to create new debt. (Effective June 1, 2025)

Maddy summaryHB 313 sets new annual salaries for Houston County's sheriff ($150,000) and coroner ($22,000), effective June 1, 2025. It requires both positions to receive the same annual cost-of-living and uniform pay increases as other county employees. The bill repeals prior salary provisions for these roles (Sections 45-35-60 and 45-35-230 of Alabama Code). These changes directly affect the sheriff and coroner of Houston County by establishing their baseline compensation and future adjustment mechanisms.

Maddy summaryHB 160 amends the compensation for directors of the Alabama Municipal Electric Authority (AMEA). It sets a monthly director's fee of $1,750 for regular board members attending meetings and allows the chair to receive up to $2,000 per month for attending meetings, at the board's discretion. The bill directly affects AMEA board members by establishing specific, fixed payment rates for meeting attendance. This is a procedural adjustment to compensation rules, not a substantive policy change. The bill is currently pending in the House Committee on State Government.

Maddy summaryHB 156 changes Alabama law to allow police to arrest individuals on out-of-state warrants for any crime punishable by more than one year in prison, rather than limiting arrests to only death or life imprisonment cases. This expands the circumstances under which someone can be detained based on a warrant issued by another state's court. The bill amends Section 15-9-41 of the Alabama Code to reflect this broader standard for lawful arrest. If passed, it would take effect immediately upon enactment.

Maddy summaryHJR 47 is a ceremonial resolution commending the Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) for its 150th anniversary of service to Alabama. It honors ADPH's historical role in public health, including founding in 1875, combating diseases like tuberculosis and typhoid, and establishing Alabama's first county health departments. The resolution has no policy provisions or funding changes - it is purely symbolic recognition of ADPH's contributions. It was adopted by the Alabama legislature on February 18, 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill updates the salary and expense allowances for the Sheriff and the Chair of the Houston County Commission in Alabama. It sets the Sheriff's annual salary at $130,800 starting June 1, 2024, and ensures the Chair receives a monthly allowance of $500 for local duties. The law also establishes that future pay increases for these officials will be paid as temporary allowances until the next term begins, at which point they become part of their permanent base salary. Additionally, the bill confirms existing compensation levels for district commissioners and limits future changes to those authorized by state law.