HB691 Summary

• Proposes an amendment to Amendment 344 of the Alabama Constitution regarding Blount County court costs and officer compensation.

• Authorizes the Legislature to fix, regulate, and alter the costs and charges of court in Blount County and provide for their distribution through general or local law.

• Clarifies that the Legislature may set fees, commissions, allowances, and salaries for the probate judge, circuit clerk, and revenue commissioner of Blount County, including placing officers on salary basis.

• Election on the proposed amendment shall be held according to Amendment 555 and state election laws, with ballot language describing the amendment's substance and providing Yes/No voting options.

• Any previously passed laws affecting Blount County officer compensation become effective without additional election if amendment is approved by majority vote.