HB98 Alabama 2022 Session

Updated Apr 1, 2022

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Corley EllisRepresentative
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2022
Title: Shelby Co., boards of registrars, increase maximum number of days board may meet each year, Sec. 17-3-8 am'd.
Summary: HB98 raises the Shelby County Board of Registrars' maximum meeting days per fiscal year from 167 to 220.
What This Bill Does
It amends Section 17-3-8 to increase the Shelby County Board of Registrars' allowed meetings to 220 working days each fiscal year. The bill maintains the existing day limits for other counties as listed in the statute and continues to permit up to 25 days for special registration sessions, with notice requirements. The term 'year' in this context means fiscal year, and the act becomes law on the first day of the third month after the governor signs it.

Who It Affects
Shelby County Board of Registrars: may hold more meetings each fiscal year (up to 220).
Shelby County residents who register to vote: potentially more opportunities for registrar meetings or registration-related sessions.

Key Provisions
Shelby County: maximum 220 working days for board meetings per fiscal year (up from 167).
Up to 25 days may be used for special registration sessions, with at least 10 days' notice and public posting/advertising requirements.
The term 'year' is interpreted as fiscal year for purposes of these meeting day limits.
Effective date: becomes law on the first day of the third month following governor's 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: Shelby County