Bill > HB354

This bill proposes a constitutional amendment to Section 160 of Alabama's constitution that focuses on protecting district attorneys' compensation during their term of office. The amendment clarifies language about district attorneys' qualifications and responsibilities, including that they must be elected by qualified voters in their judicial circuit, be licensed to practice law in the state, reside in their circuit during their term, and serve a six-year term. The key provision is the new language explicitly stating that a district attorney's compensation cannot be reduced during their official term, which provides financial stability and protection for these elected legal officials. The proposed amendment will be placed on the ballot during the statewide primary election on May 26, 2026, where voters will have the opportunity to approve or reject the change. If approved by a majority of qualified voters, the amendment will become part of the Alabama Constitution, ensuring that district attorneys' salaries remain consistent throughout their elected terms. The bill also makes some minor grammatical updates, such as using gender-neutral language (changing "his" to "his or her") and modernizing certain legal phrasings.

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