HB476 Alabama 2020 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Matt SimpsonRepresentative
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2020
Title: Spanish Fort. corp. limits alt.
Summary: HB476 expands the City of Spanish Fort by annexing about 141.81 acres of land in Baldwin County into its corporate limits.
What This Bill Does
It alters the boundary lines and adds a specific 141.81-acre area to the City of Spanish Fort. The annexed land becomes part of the city and will fall under its laws, taxes, and services. A map showing the annexation area is on file for public inspection, and the law takes effect on the first day of the third month after the governor signs it (or when it becomes law by other means).

Who It Affects
Residents and property owners within the annexed territory will become residents of the City of Spanish Fort and will be subject to city ordinances, taxes, and services.
The City of Spanish Fort will gain new land, expanding its geographic area and potential tax base, along with responsibilities to provide municipal services in the annexed area.

Key Provisions
Section 1: Alters, rearranges, and extends the boundary lines and corporate limits to include approximately 141.81 acres in Baldwin County as described in the bill.
Section 2: A map showing the annexation territory is on file with the Baldwin County Judge of Probate and is available for public inspection.
Section 3: The act becomes effective on the first day of the third month after its passage and governor's approval, or when it otherwise becomes law.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Spanish Fort