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This bill amends the existing law regarding pistol permit fees specifically for Jefferson County, Alabama. It modifies the fee structure for pistol permits, establishing two permit options: a one-year permit for $7.50 and a five-year permit for $37.50. The bill details how these fees will be distributed: $4.50 goes to a retirement system, $0.50 goes to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Fund, and $2.50 goes to the Jefferson County Legislative Delegation Office Fund. If the Legislative Delegation Office Fund exceeds $120,000, the excess will be distributed to public school systems in the county on a pro-rata basis, with a specific provision for the City of Gardendale School System. The bill also specifies that any remaining funds can be used for operating a legislative office in Birmingham. The changes will take effect on October 1, 2025, and are designed to provide more flexibility in permit options and allocate permit fee revenues to various local government and educational needs.