Alabama House Bill HB293

Alabama 2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 3/6/24
• Report Pass: 4/3/24
• Refer: 3/6/24

Caption

Legislature; codification of certain regular and special session acts and Code Commissioner Technical Revisions into the Code of Alabama 1975

Impact

The adoption of this act will systematically codify laws and also involve correcting past legislative errors. Specifically, it addresses provisions that may have been miswritten or outdated due to new legislation. By establishing a continuous systematic codification, HB293 aims to streamline legal references for both state officials and the public, which can enhance understanding and compliance with the laws of Alabama.

Summary

House Bill 293 is a legislative act aimed at adopting and incorporating various laws enacted during the 2023 Regular Session and additional special sessions into the Code of Alabama 1975. This bill serves the purpose of ensuring that the general and permanent laws of the state are systematically codified, maintaining the integrity and continual update of the state code. By incorporating the 2023 Cumulative Supplements and making necessary corrections to previous volumes, HB293 ensures that the state code reflects contemporary legislative changes in a cohesive manner.

Contention

While the bill aims to consolidate and revise state laws, it may encounter points of contention regarding the interpretation and application of specific amendments. Questions may arise about how the incorporation of these laws will affect existing provisions and whether certain technical corrections could lead to unintended consequences in legal interpretations. Moreover, ensuring the codification process does not infringe upon any existing rights or provisions established in the state constitution may also be debated within legislative sessions.