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HB 36·AL·house

Law enforcement; Attorney General and Governor authorized to appoint interim police chief, subject to conditions

In CommitteeFiled Aug 14, 2025
Sponsor: Ingram
Latest Action

Pending Committee Action in House of Origin

Jan 13, 2026

Summary

The bill lets the Alabama Attorney General and Governor jointly name an interim police chief for a city police department when they find a specific public‑safety threat. The appointed chief serves up to six months, reports to local officials, and is paid from state funds. Municipalities must keep funding the department at historic levels or lose state money.

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