AL HB594

Members of churches, religious organizations, and societies referenced in Section 30-1-7(c) may continue traditional marriage solemnization practices without recording documentation with the judge of probate, provided both parties exchange copies of all required documentation.

Copies of marriage documentation constitute a legal record of marriage when exchanged between parties under the religious exception provision.

Marriage documentation must contain full legal names of both parties, notarized affidavits from each party confirming eligibility (age, current marital status, legal competence, lack of prohibited relationships, and voluntary consent), and signatures of both parties.

Alabama Law Institute, in collaboration with the Department of Public Health, shall prepare a form to meet the minimum requirements for marriage documentation.

The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month following its passage and approval by the Governor.