The bill amends the qualifications for the Judge of Probate in Coffee County, Alabama. Specifically, it stipulates that any individual elected or appointed to this position after June 1, 2025, must be an attorney licensed to practice law in the state. This change aims to ensure that the Judge of Probate possesses the necessary legal expertise to effectively carry out the responsibilities of the role.

The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, and does not include any deletions from current law. The bill was passed by the Senate on April 1, 2025, and by the House of Representatives on April 8, 2025, indicating a swift legislative process for this qualification enhancement.