HB478 Alabama 2022 Session

Updated Feb 22, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Randall Shedd
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2022
Title: Blount Co., sheriff, authorized to conduct fund raising events
Summary: HB478 lets the Blount County sheriff hold fundraising events, like rodeos, and use the proceeds to support the sheriff’s office, with the act becoming law after the governor signs it.
What This Bill Does
If enacted, the Blount County sheriff can organize fundraising events and use the money raised for any lawful purpose related to operating the sheriff’s office. The act also states that any past sheriff actions that followed this authority are ratified and confirmed. The measure takes effect immediately after the governor approves it and it becomes law.

Who It Affects
Blount County Sheriff’s Office and its staff, who are authorized to conduct fundraising events and manage the proceeds.
Residents and taxpayers of Blount County, who may be affected by how sheriff’s office funding is raised and used.

Key Provisions
The sheriff may conduct fundraising events, including rides or rodeos.
Proceeds and profits from the events may be used for any lawful purpose related to operating the sheriff’s office.
The act is remedial and curative, and the sheriff’s actions in conformance with the act are ratified and confirmed.
The act becomes effective immediately after passage and approval by the Governor (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: Blount County