SB328 Alabama 2015 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Bobby D. SingletonSenator

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2015

Title

Law Enforcement Agency, Secretary authorized to appoint a designee as Homeland Security Advisor, Sec. 41-27-2.1 added

Summary

SB328 would let the Secretary of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency appoint a designee to serve as Homeland Security Advisor.

What This Bill Does

The bill adds a new section that authorizes the secretary to appoint a designee to perform the duties of Homeland Security Advisor. This is intended to help coordinate and consolidate the agency’s homeland security and other law enforcement duties. The act becomes effective immediately after passage and governor’s approval. The bill does not specify who may be appointed or other qualifications.

Who It Affects

• The Secretary of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency gains authority to appoint a designee to perform Homeland Security Advisor duties, affecting how homeland security responsibilities are staffed.
• The Alabama Law Enforcement Agency and its operations may be adjusted to include a designee performing Homeland Security Advisor duties to support consolidated enforcement efforts.

Key Provisions

• Adds Section 41-27-2.1 authorizing the Secretary of the Alabama Law Enforcement Agency to appoint a designee to perform the duties of Homeland Security Advisor.
• States the act becomes effective immediately following its passage and approval by the Governor (or becoming law).

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Subjects

Law Enforcement