HB305 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Jim HillRepresentative
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2015
Title: St. Clair Co., court costs, Legislature authorized to regulate, const. amend.
Summary: A proposed constitutional change would let the Legislature set and regulate court costs in St. Clair County and decide how the money is distributed.
What This Bill Does
It would authorize the Alabama Legislature to fix, alter, and regulate the costs and charges of courts in St. Clair County and provide for how those funds are distributed. If voters approve, the Legislature could change the amount and distribution of court costs in that county. The amendment would be decided by an election in St. Clair County, and ballot language would explain the change with Yes/No options.

Who It Affects
Residents and users of St. Clair County courts who could see changes in court costs and fees.
St. Clair County courts and local government officials, along with the Alabama Legislature, who would implement and regulate the new costs and their distribution.

Key Provisions
Section 1: The Legislature may fix, alter, and regulate the costs and charges of courts in St. Clair County and provide for their distribution.
Section 2: An election shall be held at the next county election to approve the amendment, under applicable constitutional and election laws.
Section 3: The election official shall assign a ballot number and provide a description of the amendment, with the option Yes ( ) or No ( ).
It becomes valid as part of the Constitution if all constitutional requirements for enactment are fulfilled.

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