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HB 2636

Greenbrier - Subject to local approval, increases salary of aldermen from $120 per month to $300 per month, with no such increase to apply to an incumbent prior to the end of the term for which the elected official was selected; establishes purchasing limits in accordance with state law rather than by specific amounts in charter. - Amends Chapter 207 of the Private Acts of 1996; as amended and rewritten.

114th Regular Session (2025-2026) Introduced by Doc Kumar

HB 2636 increases Greenbrier aldermen pay from $120 to $300 monthly (with voter approval), grandfathering incumbents, and aligns purchasing limits to state law.

Placed on cal. Calendar & Rules Committee for 3/19/2026
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Bill Summary · HB 2636

Legislative bill overview

HB 2636 proposes to increase Greenbrier aldermen salaries from $120 to $300 per month (150% increase), subject to local voter approval, while grandfathering current officeholders until their terms end. The bill also shifts purchasing authority from fixed charter amounts to state law standards.

Why this is important

Local government compensation directly affects who can afford to serve in municipal office—higher pay can expand the candidate pool beyond wealthy individuals or those with flexible employment. The modernization of purchasing limits to align with state law provides administrative flexibility as inflation and municipal needs change over time.

Potential points of contention

  • Fiscal impact unclear: The bill doesn't specify Greenbrier's current budget or how many aldermen positions exist, making it difficult to assess total cost to taxpayers without additional context
  • Grandfathering provision: Exempting current aldermen from the raise until their terms end creates a two-tier compensation system that some may view as unfair or preferential
  • Local approval requirement: While democratic, the "subject to local approval" language leaves implementation uncertain and could result in rejection despite legislative passage

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

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