Bill > HB157

This bill modifies Alabama state law regarding compensation for county officials by clarifying how uniform increases and cost-of-living adjustments are applied. Specifically, the bill stipulates that for newly elected or appointed officials after July 1, 2025, their base compensation will be the same as their predecessor's compensation, including any prior uniform increases. County officials will continue to be entitled to receive the same uniform compensation increases (either percentage-based or flat dollar amount) that are granted to all county employees. The bill also addresses situations where a local law might increase an official's compensation, providing flexibility for how subsequent uniform increases are applied. The legislation preserves the existing provisions for cost-of-living increases and ensures that newly elected or appointed county officials start at the same compensation level as their predecessors, maintaining consistency in local government pay scales. The bill will take effect on July 1, 2025, and amends Section 11-2A-4 of the Code of Alabama 1975.

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