The bill amends Sections 45-37-72.20 and 45-37-72.21 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to clarify the process for filling vacancies on the Jefferson County Commission. Key changes include the introduction of the term "primary election" to replace "act" in defining the first election to fill a vacancy, and the redefinition of the "runoff election" as a "general election" that occurs if no candidate receives a majority of votes. Additionally, the bill specifies that the election commission must adopt a resolution within seven days of a vacancy, setting the date for the first primary election to be held between 45 to 60 days after the resolution, and outlines the timeline for subsequent elections.

Furthermore, the bill repeals Sections 45-37-72.22 and 45-37-72.23, which previously governed election dates, thereby streamlining the election process. It also establishes that if a vacancy occurs with more than six months remaining in the term, the position will remain vacant until the next scheduled countywide general election, although a special primary election may be conducted if necessary. The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2025.