HB358 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 24, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Dexter Grimsley
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2015
Title: Henry Co., judge of probate, retirement extended to age 72, const. amend.
Summary: HB358 would let Henry County elect or appoint a Judge of Probate who is up to age 72 at qualification or appointment by amending the Alabama Constitution.
What This Bill Does
It proposes a constitutional change that allows a person not over 72 at the start of qualifying for election or at the time of appointment to become Henry County Judge of Probate. This would override the current age restriction for this specific office in Henry County, if voters approve the amendment. The amendment would go through the standard ballot process and become part of the state constitution once the required approvals are obtained.

Who It Affects
Prospective candidates for Henry County Judge of Probate who are 72 years old or younger at the time of qualifying or appointment (the eligible pool would expand).
Henry County voters and election officials, who would vote on the amendment and implement the new eligibility rule if it passes.

Key Provisions
Amends the Alabama Constitution to allow a person not over 72 at the beginning of qualifying for election or at appointment to be elected or appointed as Judge of Probate of Henry County.
Notwithstanding existing sections (Section 6.16 and Amendment 328), this exception applies only to the Henry County Judge of Probate office.
Requires an election on the proposed amendment, following applicable constitutional and election laws, with ballot language describing the change and Yes/No options.

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