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AL HB369

Bill

Status

Engrossed

4/27/2011

Primary Sponsor

Thad McClammy

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Origin

House of Representatives

Regular Session 2011

AI Summary

  • Proposes a constitutional amendment to establish the Montgomery County Reservoir Management Area Authority as a political subdivision of Alabama.

  • Authorizes the authority to develop Catoma Creek in Montgomery County for purposes including water conservation, dam construction, flood control, industrial development, navigation, irrigation, and recreation.

  • Grants the authority power to acquire land through purchase, lease, or condemnation; issue revenue bonds; levy excise, sales, and ad valorem taxes within the management area; and exercise zoning authority.

  • Exempts the authority from state taxation, Public Service Commission regulation, and certain filing fees while authorizing Montgomery County Commission and municipalities to contribute funds without requiring an election.

  • Requires voter approval through a statewide election conducted under Amendment 555 to the Alabama Constitution of 1901.

Legislative Description

Montgomery Co., Montgomery County Reservoir Management Area Authority established for development of Catoma Creek, const. amend.

Montgomery County

Last Action

Pending third reading on day 30 Favorable from Local Legislation No. 1

4/27/2011

Committee Referrals

Local Legislation No. 14/27/2011
Montgomery County Legislation3/29/2011

Full Bill Text

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