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SB 147

Children First Trust Fund, appropriations from for fiscal year ending September 30, 2026, use of allocation pursuant to Section 41-15B-2.2, Code of Alabama 1975 and this act, tobacco settlement revenues deposited in fund within 30 days of receipt.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Greg Albritton

SB 147 authorizes Alabama to spend tobacco settlement revenues for child programs in fiscal 2026, requiring deposit within 30 days of receipt.

Read for the first time and referred to the Senate Committee on Finance and Taxation General Fund
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Bill Summary · SB 147

Legislative bill overview

SB 147 appropriates tobacco settlement revenues to Alabama's Children First Trust Fund for fiscal year 2026, requiring these funds to be deposited within 30 days of receipt. The bill establishes spending authority for the allocated tobacco settlement money according to Section 41-15B-2.2 of Alabama law.

Why is this important

Tobacco settlement revenues represent a dedicated funding stream for child-focused programs and services in Alabama. The 30-day deposit requirement ensures timely access to these funds, while the appropriation bill establishes the legal authority to spend money that might otherwise remain unallocated or subject to delay.

Potential points of contention

  • Vague allocation details: The bill references Section 41-15B-2.2 without specifying what programs or services will actually receive funding, making it difficult to assess priorities
  • Tobacco settlement timing uncertainty: Revenues from tobacco settlements can be unpredictable, creating potential budgeting challenges if actual receipts differ from projections
  • Lack of oversight mechanisms: The bill does not appear to establish performance metrics, accountability measures, or public reporting requirements for how these funds are used

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

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