HB287 Alabama 2021 Session

Updated Feb 22, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Scott StadthagenRepresentative
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2021
Title: Morgan County., election officers, compensation
Summary: HB287 lets Morgan County set and adjust pay for election workers, with a minimum pay floor and allowance for expenses.
What This Bill Does
The Morgan County Commission may establish and set the compensation for election officers, the return officer, the inspector, and clerks in amounts it determines. The pay must not be less than the minimum compensation specified by state law (Section 17-8-12). Compensation can be established or changed by county commission resolutions. Election officers are entitled to all legally allowed expenses in addition to the compensation.

Who It Affects
Election officers, the return officer, the inspector, and clerks in Morgan County, who may receive set compensation and expense reimbursement.
Morgan County Commission, which has the authority to set and change compensation by resolution.

Key Provisions
The county commission may establish and set compensation for election officers, the return officer, the inspector, and clerks.
Compensation must be at least the minimum provided by Section 17-8-12.
Compensation may be established or amended by resolution of the county commission.
Election officers are entitled to all expenses provided by law in addition to compensation.
The act takes effect immediately after passage and governor approval.

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