The proposed bill seeks to amend the Constitution of Alabama of 2022 specifically for Covington County, granting the Legislature the authority to fix, alter, and regulate court costs within the county and to determine how these costs are distributed. The amendment is introduced as a local law, allowing for flexibility in managing court costs to better suit the needs of the county.
Additionally, the bill outlines the process for ratification of the proposed amendment, which will be put to a vote among qualified electors in accordance with existing election laws. The election will feature a ballot description summarizing the amendment's purpose, followed by options for voters to indicate their approval or disapproval. Upon receiving majority approval, the amendment will be incorporated into the Constitution of Alabama of 2022, with the Code Commissioner authorized to make necessary nonsubstantive revisions for clarity and consistency.