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AL SB262

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Rodger Smitherman

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Amends Section 45-37-230 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to revise compensation for the Jefferson County Sheriff

  • Sets the sheriff's annual salary at $160,000 effective at the next term of office, with cost-of-living increases matching those provided to deputy sheriffs

  • Provides an additional expense allowance of $40,000 per year, payable monthly from the county general fund, which may count toward retirement contributions

  • Increases the sheriff's annual salary to $225,000 beginning with the next term of office, at which point the $160,000 base salary and $40,000 expense allowance provisions become void

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

Legislative Description

Jefferson County; sheriff compensation revised

Jefferson County

Last Action

Pending Senate Jefferson County Legislation

2/5/2026

Committee Referrals

Local Legislation, Jefferson County2/5/2026

Full Bill Text

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