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AL HB148

Bill

Status

Passed

4/7/2022

Primary Sponsor

Rich Wingo

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Origin

House of Representatives

Regular Session 2022

AI Summary

  • Proposes a local constitutional amendment applying only to Jefferson County and Tuscaloosa County regarding privately owned sewer systems.

  • Brings privately owned sewer collection, treatment, and disposal facilities that use public rights-of-way of public roads under Public Service Commission jurisdiction and certification.

  • Applies to facilities serving residential or commercial customers in Lake View city limits and unincorporated Tuscaloosa County areas that charge flat service fees or fees based on water usage.

  • Regulation by the Public Service Commission is limited to January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2027.

  • Amendment requires voter approval through election held in accordance with Alabama election laws and procedures.

Legislative Description

Tuscaloosa Co. and Jefferson Co., sewer systems, privately owned in City of Lakeview and unincorp. area of Tuscaloosa Co., reg. by Public Service Comm. from Jan. 2023 to Dec. 2027, const. amend.

Constitutional Amendments

Last Action

Forwarded to Secretary of State at 11:59 p.m. on April 7, 2022.

4/7/2022

Committee Referrals

Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development3/8/2022
Tuscaloosa County Legislation2/9/2022
Economic Development and Tourism1/13/2022

Full Bill Text

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