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2026 Regular Session Introduced by Doug Bankson and 21 co-sponsors

HB 269 allows the Town of Morris to annex new territory, expanding its governance and services, impacting local residents with new taxes and regulations starting October 1, 2025.

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Bill Summary · HB 269

Summary of HB 269: Town of Morris Annexation Bill

Bill Information:
- Bill Number: HB 269
- Title: Town of Morris, corporate limits altered to annex property
- Status: Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar (Jefferson County Legislation)
- Introduced: February 13, 2025
- Classification: Bill
- Subject: Jefferson County

Purpose and Intent

HB 269 aims to alter the boundary lines and corporate limits of the Town of Morris, located in Jefferson County, Alabama. The primary intent of this legislation is to annex additional territory into the municipality, thereby expanding its jurisdiction and governance over the newly included areas.

Key Provisions

  • Boundary Alteration: The bill specifies the exact geographic coordinates and dimensions of the territory to be annexed. The proposed area includes:

    • A section starting from the northwest corner of a designated quarter section and extending through various directional measurements to define the new corporate limits.

  • Public Access to Maps: In accordance with Section 11-42-6 of the Code of Alabama 1975, a map detailing the proposed changes will be available for public inspection at the Office of the Judge of Probate in Jefferson County.

  • Effective Date: The provisions of this act will take effect on October 1, 2025.

Impact

  • Local Governance: The annexation will allow the Town of Morris to extend its services, regulations, and governance to the newly included areas. This could potentially enhance local infrastructure, public services, and community development initiatives.

  • Residents and Property Owners: Individuals and businesses within the newly annexed territory will become constituents of the Town of Morris, subject to its ordinances and taxes. This change may affect property taxes, zoning regulations, and access to municipal services.

Legislative Timeline

  • February 13, 2025: Bill introduced and referred to the House Committee on Jefferson County Legislation.
  • February 19, 2025: Reported out of committee in the House of Origin.
  • February 20, 2025: Read for the second time and placed on the calendar.
  • February 25, 2025: Passed third reading in the House; motion to read a third time and pass adopted.
  • February 25, 2025: Referred to the Senate Committee on Jefferson County Legislation.
  • April 9, 2025: Reported out of committee in the second house.
  • April 10, 2025: Read for the second time and placed on the calendar.

This summary provides an overview of HB 269, highlighting its purpose, key provisions, potential impacts, and the legislative process it has undergone.

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

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