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AL SB325
AL SB325Department of Commerce; Alabama Industrial Development Training Institute; references to applicable comprehensive statewide economic development strategic plan, revised; exemptions from state procurement law and contract review, provided
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Introduced
02/25/2026
02/25/2026
In Committee
04/01/2026
04/01/2026
Crossed Over
03/17/2026
03/17/2026
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Department of Commerce; Alabama Industrial Development Training Institute; references to applicable comprehensive statewide economic development strategic plan, revised; exemptions from state procurement law and contract review, provided
AI Summary
This bill makes changes to how the Alabama Industrial Development Training Institute (AIDT), a division of the Department of Commerce, operates, particularly concerning its procurement of goods and services. AIDT will now be exempt from certain state procurement laws and contract review processes when acquiring resources directly related to economic development projects it's involved in, meaning it can enter into contracts for goods, services, and training without going through the usual competitive bidding process for these specific situations. The bill also requires AIDT to certify that any new building construction or renovation plans align with the state's Strategic Workforce Plan, which is a comprehensive plan for economic development. Additionally, it clarifies that AIDT's existing contracts remain valid and that its director will continue to be appointed by the Secretary of Commerce.
Committee Categories
Business and Industry, Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar (on 04/01/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/bill-search |
| Fiscal Note - Passed First Chamber | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/FiscalNotes/FN-6Y95FZZ-3.pdf |
| BillText | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/SB325-eng.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - Reported by First Chamber Committee | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/FiscalNotes/FN-6Y95FZZ-2.pdf |
| Senate Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development 1st Amendment MS3VMW1-1 | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/MS3VMW1-1.pdf |
| Fiscal Note - Introduced | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/FiscalNotes/FN-6Y95FZZ-1.pdf |
| BillText | https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/files/pdf/SearchableInstruments/2026RS/SB325-int.pdf |
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