The proposed bill, HB268, seeks to amend the Constitution of Alabama of 2022 by establishing the "White House Fork Landmark District" in Baldwin County and setting forth restrictions on the annexation of properties within this district. The bill explicitly prohibits the annexation of any property within the defined district into any municipality unless specific conditions are met. The boundaries of the district are detailed through geographic coordinates and references to tax parcels. Additionally, the bill introduces new legal language marked by Enrolled, to formalize the amendment process, while no deletions from current law are noted.
Furthermore, the bill clarifies that the White House Fork Landmark District will not be recognized as a legal entity and will lack powers typically associated with such entities, including the authority to sue, tax, zone, or adopt regulations. An election will be held in accordance with Alabama's election laws to allow voters to approve or reject the proposed amendment, with the ballot including a description of the amendment's substance. The amendment will take effect upon receiving a majority vote in favor from the electorate, ensuring that the integrity and character of the White House Fork Landmark District are preserved.