The bill amends Section 45-8-60.01 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to update the compensation structure for the coroner in Calhoun County. Key changes include the repeal of the previous compensation provisions in Section 45-8-60 and the establishment of a new salary framework. Specifically, the coroner's expense allowance will increase from $5,000 to $20,000 per annum starting June 1, 2025. Additionally, beginning January 18, 2027, the coroner's base annual salary will be set at $54,750, with all previous expense allowances becoming void. The bill also allows for the employment of up to two compensated assistant coroners, whose annual salary will increase from $4,800 to $6,100.

Furthermore, the bill outlines that the coroner will receive uniform compensation increases similar to those granted to county employees, including cost-of-living adjustments and longevity increases. It specifies that any reimbursements from funeral establishments for services rendered by the coroner's office must be deposited into a separate account for operational expenses. The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2025, ensuring a structured and updated compensation system for the coroner's office in Calhoun County.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45-8-60, 45-8-60