HB196 Summary

• Proposes a constitutional amendment to authorize the Houston County Commission to appoint public directors to the Houston County Health Care Authority Board of Directors at the commission's discretion.

• Removes the requirement for board nominations in the appointment process; the county commission may appoint individuals without regard to any individuals nominated by the board.

• Requires all appointed board members to be of good moral character and to have never been convicted of a felony or other offense involving moral turpitude.

• Directs the Houston County Health Care Authority board to amend its governing documents to reflect the amendment requirements upon ratification.

• Limits the amendment's scope to Houston County only; all other health care authorities in Alabama will remain unchanged under existing law.