House Bill 205 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Rick RehmRepresentative

Republican

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Henry County; Southeast Alabama Human Development Council abolished, transfer of duties provided for

Summary

HB205 abolishes the Southeast Alabama Human Development Council, transfers its duties to the Alabama Department of Youth Services, repeals the council's establishing statute, and becomes effective June 1, 2026.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the Southeast Alabama Human Development Council would be abolished and its duties would be taken over by the Alabama Department of Youth Services. The statute that created the council (Section 45-34-83) would be repealed. The changes would take effect on June 1, 2026.

Who It Affects

• Residents of Henry County and the Southeast Alabama region who rely on the council's programs, as those duties shift to the Alabama Department of Youth Services.
• Employees, contractors, and partner organizations tied to the Southeast Alabama Human Development Council whose responsibilities would be transferred to the Alabama Department of Youth Services.

Key Provisions

• Abolishes the Southeast Alabama Human Development Council (established under Section 45-34-83).
• Transfers the council's duties to the Alabama Department of Youth Services (per Chapter 1 of Title 44).
• Repeals Section 45-34-83, the statute establishing the council.
• Effective date of June 1, 2026.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 11, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Henry County