SB408 Summary

• Changes term length for Alabama Trails Commission and advisory board members from two years to four years for appointees appointed after the bill's effective date.

• Adds one new member to the Trails Commission appointed by the Business Council of Alabama, and adds multiple new advisory board members including representatives from Power South, Forever Wild Board, and land trusts.

• Authorizes the Alabama Trails Commission to be transferred for administrative and staff purposes to another state agency or department with approval from both the commission and the receiving agency's director.

• Clarifies membership composition of the Trails Commission to include representatives from trail user communities, state agencies, local governments, regional planning councils, and businesses.

• Takes effect on the first day of the third month following passage and approval by the Governor.