The bill amends Section 45-38-71.01 of the Code of Alabama 1975, specifically for Lamar County, to revise the process for personal property auctions conducted by the county commission. Key changes include the removal of the requirement for public advertisement in a newspaper for online auctions, allowing the county to conduct these auctions without prior publication. The bill also updates the language regarding the sale of tangible personal property, eliminating references to "equipment or other items" and instead focusing solely on "tangible personal property." Additionally, it modifies the bidding process by allowing for public auctions to be held online or in person, with a reduced advertisement requirement of two consecutive weeks prior to the auction, rather than four weeks.

Furthermore, the bill clarifies that all proceeds from the sale of property will be deposited into the appropriate fund, and it removes the previous penalties for violations of this section, which included a Class B felony charge and potential fines or imprisonment. Instead, it allows any taxpayer or unsuccessful bidder to bring a civil action to challenge contracts that violate the amended provisions. The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45-38-71, 45-38-71
Engrossed: 45-38-71, 45-38-71