SB324 Alabama 2018 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Gerald O. Dial
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2018
Title: Chambers Co., sheriff, compensation, increased, Sec. 45-9-230.01 am'd.
Summary: SB 324 increases the Chambers County Sheriff’s salary to $65,000 base pay and funds the raise from the county general fund, effective for the sheriff’s next term.
What This Bill Does
It amends Section 45-9-230.01 to provide for a salary increase for the Chambers County Sheriff. The increase adds to the sheriff’s existing base salary, bringing the annual base salary to $65,000. The increase is paid from the county general fund and is in addition to any other compensation and allowances. It becomes effective for the sheriff’s next term of office (the 2019 term after July 1, 2006), and the act itself becomes effective on the first day of the third month after the Governor signs it.

Who It Affects
The Sheriff of Chambers County — will receive a higher base salary (new annual base of $65,000).
Chambers County government — will pay the increased salary from the county general fund.

Key Provisions
Amends Section 45-9-230.01 to authorize a salary increase for the Chambers County Sheriff, adding to the existing base salary and setting the new annual base at $65,000.
The increase is paid from the Chambers County general fund and becomes effective for the sheriff's next term of office, with the act becoming effective on the first day of the third month after the Governor's 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: Chambers County