Senate Bill 202 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Kirk HatcherSenator

Democrat

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Montgomery County; sheriff; expense allowance and salary

Summary

SB202 would raise Montgomery County sheriff compensation for sheriffs who have served two consecutive full terms by adding an expense allowance and a higher salary, funded by the county's general fund.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the bill adds an annual expense allowance for eligible sheriffs who have served two consecutive full terms, payable monthly from the county's general fund; the amount is listed as $20,000 per year (also shown as $70,000) and can be treated as retirement contributions. It also sets a new annual salary for eligible sheriffs beginning with the next term, ranging from $175,000 to $225,000, paid from the general fund. The expense allowance is void at the earlier of the end of the sheriff's term on August 1, 2023 or upon a vacancy in the office.

Who It Affects

• Montgomery County Sheriff who has served two consecutive full terms: becomes eligible for the new expense allowance and higher salary.
• Montgomery County general fund (and taxpayers): will fund the increased compensation for eligible sheriffs.

Key Provisions

• Amends Section 45-51-231.01 to provide an additional annual expense allowance for a sheriff who has served two consecutive full terms, payable from the county's general fund; the allowance may be treated as retirement contributions; the amount is shown as $20,000 per year (listed as $70,000). The allowance becomes void at the earlier of the end of the sheriff's term serving on August 1, 2023 or upon vacancy.
• Beginning with the next term of office, an eligible Montgomery County sheriff shall receive an annual salary of $175,000 to $225,000 (paid from the county general fund).
• Effective date: the act takes effect on the first day of the first month after its passage.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano-2025-08-07 on Mar 4, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Montgomery County