HB488 Alabama 2020 Session

Updated Feb 22, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Alan BakerRepresentative
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2020
Title: Escambia Co., sheriff, authorize to conduct fund raising events, proceeds for operation of sheriffs office
Summary: HB488 authorizes the Escambia County sheriff to hold fundraising events (including rodeos) and use the proceeds to operate the sheriff’s office, with the act remedying and confirming past eligible actions.
What This Bill Does
It allows the Escambia County sheriff to conduct fundraising events, such as rodeos, and to use the proceeds for any lawful purpose related to running the sheriff’s office. The act is filed as remedial and curative, meaning actions taken in compliance with this authority are ratified and confirmed. It takes effect immediately after the governor signs it (or becomes law by other means).

Who It Affects
Escambia County Sheriff’s Office — gains explicit authority to hold fundraising events and use the proceeds for office operations.
Residents of Escambia County / general public — may experience fundraising events in the county and indirectly support sheriff’s office operations through event proceeds.

Key Provisions
The sheriff may conduct fundraising events in Escambia County, including rodeos, and may use the proceeds and profits for any lawful purpose relating to operating the sheriff’s office.
The act is remedial and curative; actions taken by the sheriff in conformance with the provision are ratified and confirmed.
The act becomes effective immediately following the governor's signature (or otherwise becoming 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: Escambia County