Alabama 2024 Regular Session

Alabama Senate Bill SB327

Introduced
4/16/24  
Introduced
4/16/24  
Report Pass
4/23/24  
Refer
4/16/24  
Refer
4/25/24  
Report Pass
4/23/24  
Refer
4/25/24  
Report Pass
5/1/24  
Engrossed
4/25/24  
Enrolled
5/9/24  
Report Pass
5/1/24  
Passed
5/20/24  
Enrolled
5/9/24  
Passed
5/20/24  

Caption

Capital Improvement Cooperative Districts under Chapter 99B, Title 11, Code of Alabama 1975, amendment of articles of incorporation for new areas, use of funds for construction costs, approval of certain rates and fees

Impact

The modifications proposed by SB327 are expected to enhance the operational capacity of cooperative districts in Alabama. By enabling them to amend their articles of incorporation and adding new areas and projects, the bill offers local governments greater flexibility in addressing capital improvement needs. This change could potentially lead to improved infrastructure and services in various municipalities, supported by newly generated funds from fees and charges linked to these projects. The bill's effective date is set for October 1, 2024, indicating that its provisions will shape future planning and investment strategies from that date onwards.

Summary

SB327 amends Chapter 99B of Title 11 of the Code of Alabama 1975, specifically focusing on Capital Improvement Cooperative Districts. This bill allows for the articles of incorporation for these districts to be amended to include new areas and additional projects that can be financed. It also authorizes the imposition of rates, fees, and charges on project users and property owners, contingent on prior approval from the district's governing body. The aim of SB327 is to update the framework for how these districts can operate and expand their projects responsibly by utilizing funds more flexibly.

Sentiment

General sentiment around SB327 seems to lean towards support for increased local governance and funding opportunities. Its proponents argue that allowing cooperative districts to expand into new areas will facilitate necessary improvements in public infrastructure, thereby enhancing community development. However, there may be some concerns about how the imposition of fees and charges will impact local businesses and property owners, necessitating careful consideration of these changes during implementation.

Contention

One notable point of contention surrounding SB327 could be the approval process for rates and fees that local governments will need to navigate. While the bill aims to streamline processes for capital improvements and potentially foster economic growth, stakeholders could argue over what constitutes reasonable rates and whether such fees should be jointly approved across various jurisdictions. Moreover, the potential for financial burden on local entities could spark debate on the appropriateness of these changes in relation to existing financial commitments and the accuracy of projected benefits.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AL SB166

Relating to municipalities; to add a new Article 3, commencing with Section 11-54B-80 to Title 11, Chapter 54B, Code of Alabama 1975, to provide that Class 3 municipalities may establish self-help business improvement districts.

AL HB318

Relating to municipalities; to add a new Article 3, commencing with Section 11-54B-80 to Title 11, Chapter 54B, Code of Alabama 1975, to provide that Class 3 municipalities may establish self-help business improvement districts.

AL SB205

Relating to the Alabama Transportation Infrastructure Bank; to amend Sections 23-7-2 and 23-7-15, Code of Alabama 1975, to include additional entities, including tax increment districts, Alabama improvement districts, and cooperative improvement districts, as government units that may receive loans or financial assistance from the bank; to reduce the minimum project cost to be eligible for assistance from the bank; and to further provide for the bank's annual reporting requirements.

AL SB136

Relating to building codes; to amend Section 27-2-39, Code of Alabama 1975, to provide for a portion of fees and taxes collected by the Department of Insurance to the Alabama Residential Building Code Fund; to designate Sections 34-14A-1 through 34-14A-20 as Article 1 of Chapter 14A of Title 34, Code of Alabama 1975; to amend Sections 34-14A-1, 34-14A-2, 34-14A-7, 34-14A-12, 34-14A-20, Code of Alabama 1975, to provide for the establishment of the Alabama Residential Building Code and its authority; to further provide for the practice of residential home building; to further provide for the duties of the Home Builders Licensure Board; to add Article 2, commencing with Section 34-14A-41, to Chapter 14A of Title 34, Code of Alabama 1975, to establish the Alabama Residential Building Code Division within the Home Builders Licensure Board and provide for its duties; to establish the Alabama Residential Building Code Fund in the State Treasury and provide for its administration; to add Article 6A, commencing of Section 41-9-175, to Chapter 9 of Title 41, Code of Alabama 1975, to establish the Alabama Residential Building Code Advisory Council and provide for its membership and duties; to amend Sections 41-23-80, 41-23-81, 41-23-82, 41-23-84, 41-23-85, Code of Alabama 1975, to provide for the change of the name of the Alabama Energy and Residential Codes Board to the Alabama Commercial Energy Code Board and further provide for the membership of the board; and to provide requirements for certain local building codes adopted or amended after a date certain.

AL HB214

Relating to building codes; to amend Section 27-2-39, Code of Alabama 1975, to provide for a portion of fees and taxes collected by the Department of Insurance to the Alabama Residential Building Code Fund; to designate Sections 34-14A-1 through 34-14A-20 as Article 1 of Chapter 14A of Title 34, Code of Alabama 1975; to amend Sections 34-14A-1, 34-14A-2, 34-14A-7, 34-14A-12, 34-14A-20, Code of Alabama 1975, to provide for the establishment of the Alabama Residential Building Code and its authority; to further provide for the practice of residential home building; to further provide for the duties of the Home Builders Licensure Board; to add Article 2, commencing with Section 34-14A-41, to Chapter 14A of Title 34, Code of Alabama 1975, to establish the Alabama Residential Building Code Division within the Home Builders Licensure Board and provide for its duties; to establish the Alabama Residential Building Code Fund in the State Treasury and provide for its administration; to add Article 6A, commencing of Section 41-9-175, to Chapter 9 of Title 41, Code of Alabama 1975, to establish the Alabama Residential Building Code Advisory Council and provide for its membership and duties; to amend Sections 41-23-80, 41-23-81, 41-23-82, 41-23-84, 41-23-85, Code of Alabama 1975, to provide for the change of the name of the Alabama Energy and Residential Codes Board to the Alabama Commercial Energy Code Board and further provide for the membership of the board; and to provide requirements for certain local building codes adopted or amended after a date certain.

AL SB152

Relating to economic development; to amend Sections 41-10-802 and 41-10-822, Code of Alabama 1975, to provide for a name change for the Alabama Innovation Corporation and revise the residency requirements for certain grant recipients; to amend Section 41-10-805, Code of Alabama 1975, relating to the Board of Directors of the Alabama Innovation Corporation, to make conforming changes to accurately cite the Code of Alabama 1975; and to add a new Article 22, commencing with Section 41-10-840, to Chapter 10 of Title 41, Code of Alabama 1975, to reestablish the technology accelerator tax credit program and the underrepresented company tax credit program as the Innovating Alabama tax credit program; and to exempt working groups, task forces, and subcommittees of the Alabama Innovation Corporation from the Alabama Open Meetings Act.

AL HB247

Relating to economic development; to amend Sections 41-10-802 and 41-10-822, Code of Alabama 1975, to provide for a name change for the Alabama Innovation Corporation and revise the residency requirements for certain grant recipients; to amend Section 41-10-805, Code of Alabama 1975, relating to the Board of Directors of the Alabama Innovation Corporation, to make conforming changes to accurately cite the Code of Alabama 1975; and to add a new Article 22, commencing with Section 41-10-840, to Chapter 10 of Title 41, Code of Alabama 1975, to reestablish the technology accelerator tax credit program and the underrepresented company tax credit program as the Innovating Alabama tax credit program; and to exempt working groups, task forces, and subcommittees of the Alabama Innovation Corporation from the Alabama Open Meetings Act.

AL HB177

Relating to municipal water works boards; to amend Section 11-50-300, Code of Alabama 1975, and to add Sections 11-50-300.1, 11-50-300.2, 11-50-300.3, 11-50-300.4, 11-50-300.5, 11-50-300.6, 11-50-300.7, and 11-50-300.8 to the Code of Alabama 1975, to further provide for the composition, manner of appointment, and length of terms of members of certain municipal water works boards; to provide qualifications for and place limits on the employment of directors; to provide for conversion of these boards to regional boards; to further provide for these boards to amend their articles of incorporation; to subject these boards to the ethics laws of Alabama and require training on the matter; to require these boards to produce certain financial records; and to repeal Sections 11-50-301, 11-50-302, 11-50-303, and 11-50-304, Code of Alabama 1975, relating to certain municipal water works boards.

AL HB114

Relating to fiduciary funds in the hands of officials; to amend Section 19-3-87, Code of Alabama 1975, to provide for disposition of unclaimed funds held in a county treasury after being unclaimed for a certain number of years; and to amend Section 35-12-73, Code of Alabama 1975, to exempt unclaimed funds under Section 19-3-87, Code of Alabama 1975.

AL SB33

Water utilities, nonprofit corps, not organized under Title 11, Code of Alabama 1975, audit by Examiners of Public Accounts under certain conditions

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