The bill amends Section 45-3-84.40 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to establish a new compensation structure for the Judge of Probate of Barbour County, effective October 1, 2025. The judge will receive an annual salary equal to 70 percent of the salary paid to a state district court judge with equivalent years of service, including adjustments for cost-of-living and years of service. This salary will replace any previous fees, compensation, or expense allowances, and will be paid in equal periodic installments from the county general fund. Additionally, the judge will be entitled to reimbursement for travel expenses similar to other county employees.

The bill also includes several deletions from the current law, such as the previous salary cap of $75,000 and the requirement for the salary to be determined by the Barbour County Commission. Furthermore, the judge must waive any compensation related to reports from the state voter registration list to receive the new salary. Overall, the legislation aims to standardize and enhance the compensation for the Judge of Probate while ensuring that it aligns with the salaries of state district court judges.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45-3-84
Enrolled: 45-3-84