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AL SJR79
AL SJR79Alabama Legislative Study Commission on Child Sexual Abuse Laws and Policies, created
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Introduced
03/11/2026
03/11/2026
In Committee
03/11/2026
03/11/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Alabama Legislative Study Commission on Child Sexual Abuse Laws and Policies, created
AI Summary
This joint resolution establishes the Alabama Legislative Study Commission on Child Sexual Abuse Laws and Policies to thoroughly examine and evaluate the state's existing criminal and civil laws, policies, and practices concerning child sexual abuse in all its forms and contexts. The commission, composed of legislative members, state officials, legal professionals, and survivors, will investigate various scenarios of abuse, including those within families, institutions, and online, as well as specific issues like child trafficking and exploitation. Its mandate includes reviewing criminal statutes, civil remedies, reporting requirements, and institutional accountability, with a focus on identifying barriers to justice for victims and comparing Alabama's laws to those in other states. The commission is tasked with submitting a comprehensive report with findings and proposed legislation to state leadership by November 1, 2026, after which it will be dissolved.
Sponsors (17)
Merika Coleman (D)*,
Gerald Allen (R),
Will Barfoot (R),
Billy Beasley (D),
Donnie Chesteen (R),
Linda Coleman-Madison (D),
Vivian Figures (D),
Garlan Gudger (R),
Andrew Jones (R),
Keith Kelley (R),
Wes Kitchens (R),
Steve Livingston (R),
Bobby Singleton (D),
Rodger Smitherman (D),
Jabo Waggoner (R),
Jack Williams (R),
Matthew Woods (R),
Last Action
Pending House Rules (on 03/11/2026)
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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/SJR79-int.pdf |
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