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AL HB441

Bill

Status

Passed

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Alan Baker

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Municipalities within Escambia County may contract with the Sheriff of Escambia County for police services, including enforcement of all laws and municipal ordinances within corporate limits and police jurisdiction

  • Municipalities must pay to the county treasury sufficient funds for manpower and equipment as agreed upon by the municipal governing body, sheriff, and county commission

  • Sheriff and deputies retain legal and constitutional immunity while performing duties under municipal contracts

  • Escambia County Commission may provide a supplemental salary to the sheriff for additional duties related to contracted police services, separate from regular salary and not affecting supernumerary sheriff compensation

  • Effective date: June 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Escambia County; sheriff authorized to contract with municipalities to provide police services

Escambia County

Last Action

Enacted

3/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Local Legislation2/19/2026
Local Legislation2/12/2026

Full Bill Text

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