Baldwin County; removing certain requirements for rescue squads to receive tobacco tax proceeds distribution

Summary

The bill changes how Baldwin County’s tobacco tax proceeds are divided, earmarking $80,000 for qualified rescue squads, $40,000 for a sexual assault nurse examiner program, and the remaining funds for the district attorney. To receive the $80,000, rescue squads must be recognized quasi‑public entities and members in good standing with the Alabama Association of Rescue Squads, and cannot already receive ad valorem tax funds. The changes take effect on October 1, 2026.

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