The bill HB287 establishes separate personnel merit systems and human resources departments for Montgomery County and the City of Montgomery, effective January 1, 2025. It repeals existing sections of the Code of Alabama that pertain to the Montgomery City/County Personnel Department and Personnel Board, transferring their duties, employees, property, and records to the newly created systems. The bill outlines the creation of personnel appeals boards for each entity, the adoption of rules and procedures, and the principles of the merit-based personnel systems, which include equity, fairness, and compliance with state and federal laws. It also details the establishment of a City Human Resource Department and a similar system for Montgomery County, each administering its own personnel merit system.

The bill provides for the continuation of employment for current employees under the new systems and sets forth guidelines for recruitment, pay rates, training, retention, and fair treatment of employees. It prohibits the use of official positions to influence political actions and the use of county funds or time for political activities. The personnel appeals boards, consisting of three members elected by the county commission, will handle employee appeals. The bill has been passed by both the House of Representatives and the Senate, with the necessary signatures and certification included in the document. The act is set to become effective on January 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45-51A-32, 45-51A-32
Engrossed: 45-51A-32, 45-51A-32
Enrolled: 45-51A-32, 45-51A-32