HB154 Alabama 2022 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rodney Sullivan

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2022

Title

Pickens Co., volunteer fire depts, use of ad valorem tax proceeds for emergency medical services, const. amend.

Summary

A constitutional amendment in Pickens County to let the ad valorem tax money given to volunteer fire departments also fund emergency medical services.

What This Bill Does

If passed, the amendment would allow the proceeds from Pickens County's existing ad valorem tax (distributed to volunteer fire departments for fire protection) to be used for emergency medical services as well. It would cover items like medical equipment, rescue gear, medical supplies, and the delivery of EMS by volunteer fire departments. The change becomes effective for taxes collected after ratification, and a general election in 2022 is required to approve it.

Who It Affects

• Pickens County residents and taxpayers, as the tax funds could be used for EMS in addition to fire protection.
• Volunteer fire departments in Pickens County, which would be authorized to spend the tax proceeds on emergency medical services and related equipment.
• Eligible emergency medical services recipients in Pickens County, who may benefit from expanded EMS resources.

Key Provisions

• Amends the Alabama Constitution to let the proceeds of the Pickens County ad valorem tax (distributed to volunteer fire departments for fire protection) be used for emergency medical purposes, including equipment and EMS delivery.
• Requires a general election in 2022 to approve the amendment and provides the ballot wording and description for voters.

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Subjects

Pickens County