This bill amends the compensation structure for the Sheriff and Coroner of Houston County, Alabama, establishing new salary rates effective June 1, 2025. The salary for the Coroner will be set at $22,000 per year, while the Sheriff will receive a salary of $150,000 per year. Both positions will also be entitled to uniform increases in compensation, including cost-of-living adjustments, similar to other county employees. Additionally, the bill amends Section 45-35-70 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to reflect these changes and ensure that the compensation adjustments are consistent with the provisions for other county officials.

Furthermore, the bill repeals existing provisions related to the compensation of the Coroner and Sheriff found in Sections 45-35-60 and 45-35-230 of the Code of Alabama 1975, which previously set the Sheriff's salary at $130,800 and included a structure for expense allowances. The new legal language replaces these outdated provisions with the updated salary figures and compensation guidelines, streamlining the compensation process for these positions in Houston County. The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45-35-230, 45-35-70
Enrolled: 45-35-230, 45-35-70