This bill amends Section 45-3-60 of the Code of Alabama 1975, specifically regarding the compensation structure for the Coroner of Barbour County. The current law provides for a monthly expense allowance and a mileage reimbursement rate. The proposed changes will eliminate the fixed monthly expense allowance of $400 and the previous mileage rate of fifty cents ($0.50) per mile. Instead, the county commission will set a mileage reimbursement rate that aligns with the Internal Revenue Service's business use rate.

The bill aims to streamline the compensation process for the coroner by removing the fixed expense allowance and linking the mileage reimbursement directly to the IRS rate, which may fluctuate over time. This change is intended to ensure that the coroner's mileage compensation remains current and reflective of actual costs incurred. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2026.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45-3-60, 45-3-60