The resolution adopted by the Alabama Senate on March 5, 2025, establishes a special order of business for the twelfth legislative day, prioritizing specific legislative items over the regular agenda. This resolution ensures that the following bills will be addressed: SB199, which authorizes paid parental leave for state employees and sets eligibility parameters; SB137, which allows private sewer or wastewater systems to come under the jurisdiction of the Public Service Commission; and HB230, which mandates required disclosures in real estate transactions, including descriptions of brokerage services, terms of compensation, and the necessity for written brokerage agreements in certain situations.
By designating these bills as a paramount order of business, the Senate aims to expedite their consideration and facilitate legislative progress on these important issues. The resolution reflects the Senate's commitment to addressing key topics such as employee benefits, public utility regulation, and real estate practices, thereby impacting a wide range of constituents and stakeholders in Alabama.