SB488 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: William “Bill” M. BeasleySenator
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2015
Title: Barbour Co., levy two mil ad valorem tax, distrib., election
Summary: Barbour County would be allowed to ask voters to approve a new 0.20 per $100 property tax to fund the sheriff's office and county employee pay, with the tax going to the county general fund if approved.
What This Bill Does
The bill authorizes the Barbour County Commission to levy an additional ad valorem tax of 0.20 dollars per $100 of assessed value, on top of existing taxes. Half of the revenue would go to the sheriff's office for vehicle needs, maintenance, jail expenses, and related pay increases, while the other half would be used for increases in county employee pay. The tax increase would only take effect if a majority of voters approve it in the next eligible election, and the act becomes law after the governor signs it.

Who It Affects
Barbour County property taxpayers/residents who would pay the additional 0.20 per $100 of assessed value if the measure passes.
Barbour County government employees, especially staff of the Sheriff's Office and jail, who could receive pay increases funded by the tax, and county employees generally who would see pay increases.

Key Provisions
Authorizes Barbour County Commission to levy an additional ad valorem tax of 0.20 per $100 of assessed property value, in addition to existing taxes.
Distributes the new revenue: 50% to the Sheriff's Office for vehicles, maintenance, jail expenses, and employee pay, and 50% to fund increases in county employee pay.
Requires a majority vote of qualified electors at the next appropriate election for the tax to take effect, and becomes effective after the governor signs the act.

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Subjects: Barbour County