This bill amends Section 45-37-230 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to adjust the compensation structure for the Sheriff of Jefferson County. The annual salary for the sheriff will be set at one hundred sixty thousand dollars ($160,000) for the next term of office, with the provision that the sheriff will also receive cost-of-living increases similar to those granted to deputy sheriffs in Jefferson County.

Additionally, the bill introduces a new expense allowance of forty thousand dollars ($40,000) per year, effective immediately upon the act's passage, which will be paid in monthly installments from the county's general fund. This allowance is in addition to the sheriff's salary and other benefits and may be considered for retirement contributions. Furthermore, starting with the next term of office, the sheriff's annual salary will increase to two hundred twenty-five thousand dollars ($225,000), rendering the previous salary and expense allowance provisions void.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45-37-230