This bill pertains to Jefferson County and its municipalities in Alabama, proposing the authorization of an additional residential building permit fee to address the shortage of skilled tradesmen in the residential construction industry. The bill allows the Jefferson County Commission and the governing bodies of municipalities within the county to levy an additional fee of up to $20 for the issuance of various residential building permits, including but not limited to building, mechanical, plumbing, electrical permits, and others related to the construction or remodeling of residences.

The collected fees are to be deposited into the treasury of the governing body that collected them and disbursed to the Central Alabama Homebuilding Academy. The Academy is tasked with using these funds to train individuals in skilled trades relevant to residential construction. The bill outlines the process for the Academy's budget approval, distribution of funds, and auditing requirements. It also specifies that upon the termination of the Academy's operations, any remaining funds should be distributed to the Alabama Construction Trade Academy Fund in the State Treasury. The act is set to become effective on June 1, 2024. There are no specific insertions or deletions from current law indicated in the provided text.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 34-14A-2