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AL HB191
AL HB191Escambia County; district court, location of holding court for cases arising under ordinances of certain municipalities authorized, constitutional amendment
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
02/10/2026
02/10/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Escambia County; district court, location of holding court for cases arising under ordinances of certain municipalities authorized, constitutional amendment
AI Summary
This bill proposes a constitutional amendment for Escambia County, Alabama, allowing the district court to hold court in the county courthouse for cases that arise from the ordinances of any municipality within the county that does not have its own municipal court. This change aims to provide a designated location for these specific types of cases, ensuring they can be heard efficiently within the county's existing judicial infrastructure. The bill also outlines the process for holding an election to approve this constitutional amendment, including how it will be presented on the ballot to voters.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Enacted (on 02/17/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/bill-search |
| BillText | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/HB191-enr.pdf |
| BillText | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/HB191-int.pdf |
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