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AL HB508
AL HB508Etowah County, repeals local constitutional amendment prohibiting municipalities not located wholly within the boundaries of the county on January 1, 1986, from annexing territory without approval at an election
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Introduced
02/24/2026
02/24/2026
In Committee
03/12/2026
03/12/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
03/19/2026
03/19/2026
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
03/19/2026
03/19/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Etowah County, repeals local constitutional amendment prohibiting municipalities not located wholly within the boundaries of the county on January 1, 1986, from annexing territory without approval at an election
AI Summary
This bill proposes an amendment to the Constitution of Alabama to repeal a specific provision related to Etowah County. Currently, this constitutional amendment requires municipalities that were not entirely within Etowah County's boundaries as of January 1, 1986, to get approval from voters in an election before they can annex (take over) new territory within the county. This bill aims to remove that requirement, meaning such municipalities would no longer need voter approval for annexations in Etowah County. The bill also outlines the process for holding an election on this proposed constitutional amendment, including how it will be presented on the ballot to voters.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Enacted (on 03/19/2026)
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/HB508-enr.pdf |
| BillText | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/HB508-int.pdf |
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