HB 401·AL·house

Relating to Alabama Housing Trust Fund; mortgage recording fee increase

In CommitteeFiled Feb 5, 2026

Sponsor: Datcher

Latest Action

Pending Committee Action in House of Origin

Feb 5, 2026

Summary

The bill raises the fee charged to record mortgages, deeds of trust, and similar instruments to $0.30 per $100 of debt. The additional revenue is directed to a dedicated Alabama Housing Trust Fund. It affects lenders, borrowers, and county probate judges who process these recordings.

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Topics

Housing Budget & Taxes

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