This bill amends Sections 45-37-72.20 and 45-37-72.21 of the Code of Alabama 1975, specifically addressing the process for filling vacancies on the Jefferson County Commission. Key changes include the introduction of the term "primary election" to clarify the type of election held to fill a vacancy, as well as the replacement of "runoff election" with "general election" to better define the election process. The bill stipulates that the election commission must adopt a resolution within seven days of a vacancy, setting the date for the first primary election to occur no less than 45 days and no more than 60 days after the resolution is adopted, with a potential runoff primary election to follow if necessary. Additionally, the general election is to be scheduled three to five weeks after the last primary election.

Furthermore, the bill repeals Sections 45-37-72.22 and 45-37-72.23, which previously outlined election dates, thereby streamlining the process. It also establishes that if a vacancy occurs with more than six months remaining in the unexpired term, the position will remain vacant until the next scheduled countywide general election. The election commission is granted the authority to conduct special primary elections if needed to qualify candidates for the general election. This act is set to take effect on June 1, 2025.