Alabama HB267 revises forestry commission benefits, burn permit process, and penalties.

Alabama HB267 amends the State Forestry Commission's operations, including benefits for the State Forester, burn permit procedures, and penalties for violations. The bill allows the State Forester to earn annual and sick leave and receive travel reimbursement. It removes the commission's ability to appoint forest law enforcement officers. Burn permits now require adherence to specific criteria, and failure to comply can result in permit revocation. The bill also creates a Class B misdemeanor for conducting a prescribed burn without a permit.

Alabama HB267 revises forestry commission benefits, burn permit process, and penalties.

Alabama HB267 amends the State Forestry Commission's operations, including benefits for the State Forester, burn permit procedures, and penalties for violations. The bill allows the State Forester to earn annual and sick leave and receive travel reimbursement. It removes the commission's ability to appoint forest law enforcement officers. Burn permits now require adherence to specific criteria, and failure to comply can result in permit revocation. The bill also creates a Class B misdemeanor for conducting a prescribed burn without a permit.