Alabama HB223 proposes a 2% cost-of-living increase for state employees starting October 1, 2026.

Alabama HB223 provides a 2% cost-of-living increase for state employees for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026. This increase does not apply to local supplements for judges or other local employees tied to state employee salaries. It also excludes Merit System and hourly employees covered by labor agreements or contracts. The State Personnel Department Director will implement the increase and certify it to the State Comptroller for warrant issuance. The bill does not make appropriations but requires them in the annual budget act.

Alabama HB223 proposes a 2% cost-of-living increase for state employees starting October 1, 2026.

Alabama HB223 provides a 2% cost-of-living increase for state employees for the fiscal year beginning October 1, 2026. This increase does not apply to local supplements for judges or other local employees tied to state employee salaries. It also excludes Merit System and hourly employees covered by labor agreements or contracts. The State Personnel Department Director will implement the increase and certify it to the State Comptroller for warrant issuance. The bill does not make appropriations but requires them in the annual budget act.