HB611 Alabama 2014 Session

Updated Feb 24, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: David Colston
Democrat
Co-Sponsor: Darrio Melton
Session: Regular Session 2014
Title: Dallas Co., sheriff, compensation
Summary: HB611 authorizes a $15,000 annual salary increase for the Dallas County Sheriff, to take effect after the current sheriff's term ends and be paid from the county's general fund.
What This Bill Does
It raises the sheriff’s pay by $15,000 per year, paid in equal monthly installments. The increase is in addition to any other compensation or allowances provided by law, and it applies starting when the incumbent sheriff’s term ends. The act becomes effective once it is passed and approved by the Governor, or when it otherwise becomes law.

Who It Affects
Dallas County Sheriff (current term ending and future sheriffs) will receive a $15,000 per year raise.
Dallas County general fund ( taxpayers) will fund the higher salary, increasing the county's annual expenditures for the sheriff's compensation.

Key Provisions
Section 1: The Sheriff of Dallas County’s annual salary is increased by $15,000 per year, payable in equal monthly installments from the county’s general fund, and the increase is in addition to all other compensation or allowances.
Section 2: The act becomes effective immediately after passage and governor’s approval, or otherwise when it becomes law.

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