This bill would amend Marengo County's local constitutional provision to change how the probate judge is paid, tying compensation to county population rather than a percentage of a district judge's salary.
If approved, the probate judge’s pay would be determined by county population under general law, instead of 90% of the district judge’s salary. The salary would be paid from the county general fund in equal monthly installments and would replace all other fees and allowances. The County Commission would provide office staff, space, and supplies for the probate office, with personnel pay set by the county. Probate-related fees currently collected would be deposited into the county general fund. The amendment becomes effective January 1 after approval, with any later changes taking effect at the next term after ratification.
Forwarded to Secretary of State on April 19, 2012 at 2:40 p. m. on April 19, 2012.
Clerk of the House Certification
Enrolled
Assigned Act No. 2012-215 on 04/19/2012.
Signature Requested
Passed Second House
Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass adopted Roll Call 681
Third Reading Passed
Read for the second time and placed on the calendar
Read for the first time and referred to the Senate committee on Local Legislation No. 1
Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass adopted Roll Call 358
Third Reading Passed
Read for the second time and placed on the calendar
Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Local Legislation
Source: Alabama Legislature