HB652 Alabama 2013 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Randy WoodRepresentative
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2013
Title: Calhoun Co., school construction projects, exempt certain projects from competitive bidding laws
Summary: HB652 would let Calhoun County public schools build or renovate small athletic facilities without typical bidding rules, using licensed home builders, for projects costing $100,000 or less.
What This Bill Does
The bill exempts construction or renovation of a minor athletic facility at public schools in Calhoun County from certain competitive bidding and construction laws, provided the work complies with standards for Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board licensees. A minor athletic facility is defined as a concession stand, dugout, changing room, bathroom, or similar facility near a school athletic area with total cost under $100,000, excluding donated labor or materials. Projects must follow all codes and standards applicable to licensed home builders; other public school construction laws do not apply to these projects in Calhoun County.

Who It Affects
Calhoun County public schools and their districts, which can plan and complete minor athletic facility projects with reduced bidding requirements up to $100,000.
Builders and contracting entities licensed by the Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board, who may perform these minor facility projects under the act.

Key Provisions
Exempts the construction or renovation of minor athletic facilities in Calhoun County public schools from certain competitive bidding and construction laws.
Minor athletic facility defined as a concession stand, dugout, changing room, bathroom, or similar facility near outdoor athletic areas with total cost ≤ $100,000 (donated labor or materials excluded).
Work must be performed by or with individuals/entities that comply with all laws and standards applicable to licensed Alabama Home Builders Licensure Board licensees; no other public school construction requirements apply.
Applies only in Calhoun County.
Effective immediately after the bill's passage and approval by the Governor (or when it becomes law thereafter).
Donated labor or donated materials are not counted toward the $100,000 cost threshold.

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