HB121 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 24, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Paul W. LeeRepresentative
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2015
Title: Eminent domain, prohibited for purpose of acquiring mortgages or deeds of trust, Secs. 11-47-170, 11-80-1, 18-1B-2 am'd.
Summary: HB121 would prohibit the state and local governments from using eminent domain to acquire mortgages or deeds of trust.
What This Bill Does
The bill bans the use of eminent domain by the state, counties, municipalities, and related entities to condemn or seize mortgages or deeds of trust. It amends three code sections to explicitly implement this prohibition. The change takes effect on the first day of the third month after the bill is passed and approved by the Governor.

Who It Affects
State government and its departments, counties, and municipalities (and entities under their control): cannot condemn or condemn-to acquire mortgages or deeds of trust.
Mortgage holders and property owners: protected from government condemnation of their mortgage or deed of trust.

Key Provisions
Prohibits the use of eminent domain by the state, counties, municipalities, and related entities to acquire mortgages or deeds of trust.
Amends Sections 11-47-170, 11-80-1, and 18-1B-2 to reflect the prohibition.
Establishes the effective date: first day of the third month after 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: Eminent Domain