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SB 144

2026 Coalition Against Domestic Violence Appropriation

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Albritton

SB 144 appropriates state funds to Alabama's Coalition Against Domestic Violence for fiscal year 2026 to support victim services and prevention programs.

Read for the first time and referred to the Senate Committee on Finance and Taxation General Fund
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Bill Summary · SB 144

Legislative bill overview

SB 144 is a fiscal appropriation bill that allocates state funding to support the Coalition Against Domestic Violence in Alabama for the 2026 fiscal year. The bill has been introduced in the Senate and is currently under review by the Finance and Taxation General Fund Committee, where budget allocation details will be determined.

Why is this important

Domestic violence services depend heavily on state funding to operate shelters, counseling programs, legal advocacy, and emergency support for victims. The appropriation level will directly determine the scope and capacity of these critical services available to Alabamians experiencing intimate partner violence.

Potential points of contention

  • Budget allocation amount – The specific dollar figure allocated has not been disclosed in available records; lawmakers may debate whether funding is sufficient or excessive given state budget constraints
  • Funding priorities – Questions may arise about how money should be distributed among prevention, victim services, perpetrator intervention, and law enforcement coordination
  • Accountability and oversight – Legislators may impose conditions on funding related to performance metrics, transparency, or how organizations report outcomes

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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