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HB 598

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2025-2026 Regular Session Introduced by Lisa Campbell and 5 co-sponsors

HB 598 expands Pine Level's boundaries in Autauga County, affecting local governance and services for residents and potentially increasing the town's tax base.

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Bill Summary · HB 598

Summary of HB 598: Town of Pine Level Corporate Limits Alteration

Bill Overview

Bill Number: HB 598
Title: Town of Pine Level in Autauga County, corporate limits altered
Status: Enacted
Introduced: April 17, 2025
Effective Date: October 1, 2025
Classification: Local Legislation
Subject: Autauga County

Purpose and Intent

The primary purpose of HB 598 is to alter, rearrange, and extend the boundary lines and corporate limits of the Town of Pine Level in Autauga County, Alabama. This legislative action aims to incorporate additional territories into the town's jurisdiction, thereby expanding its municipal boundaries.

Key Provisions

  • Boundary Adjustments: The bill specifies detailed geographical changes to the corporate limits of Pine Level. The new boundaries include various properties and land areas, as outlined in the bill's text. The alterations are defined by a series of precise measurements and directional instructions, starting from the Southeast corner of Section 9, Township 18 North, Range 16 East.

  • Public Inspection: A map illustrating the proposed changes to the corporate limits is required to be filed and made available for public inspection in the Office of the Judge of Probate in Autauga County, ensuring transparency in the boundary alteration process.

Affected Parties

  • Residents and Property Owners: The residents and property owners within the newly included territories will be directly affected by this legislation. They may experience changes in local governance, services, and taxation as the area transitions into the jurisdiction of the Town of Pine Level.

  • Local Government: The Town of Pine Level's government will gain additional land and potentially increase its tax base, which could impact local funding for services and infrastructure.

Procedural Timeline

  • April 17, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the House Committee on Local Legislation.
  • May 1, 2025: Passed through the House and referred to the Senate Committee on Local Legislation.
  • May 14, 2025: Enrolled and delivered to the Governor for signature.
  • May 22, 2025: Enacted into law.
  • October 1, 2025: Effective date of the new corporate limits.

Conclusion

HB 598 represents a significant change in the municipal boundaries of the Town of Pine Level, aimed at accommodating growth and enhancing local governance. The detailed provisions and procedural steps ensure that the changes are implemented transparently and effectively, impacting both current residents and future developments in the area.

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

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