HB309 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Ralph Howard

Democrat

Co-Sponsors

John W. RogersRon JohnsonRichard J. LairdArthur PayneDuwayne BridgesJim McClendonMary MooreOliver RobinsonRod Scott

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Prisoners, permitted to attend church at request of church pastor or leader

Summary

HB309 would allow inmates in the Department of Corrections’ Community Corrections program to attend church services at the request of a church pastor or leader.

What This Bill Does

It would permit inmates in community-based sentencing programs to attend church services if a church pastor or leader requests it. The measure applies specifically to inmates in the Community Corrections Division. It repeals laws that conflict with this act. It becomes effective on the first day of the third month after passage and governor approval (or when it becomes law otherwise).

Who It Affects

• Inmates in the custody of the Alabama Department of Corrections under the Community Corrections Division would be allowed to attend church services.
• Churches and church leaders would have a mechanism to request attendance for inmates.

Key Provisions

• Section 1: Permits inmates in the Community Corrections Division to attend church services at the request of the church's pastor or leader.
• Section 2: Repeals all laws or parts of laws that conflict with this act.
• Section 3: Becomes effective on the first day of the third month following its passage and governor approval.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Prisons and Prisoners