Alabama HB522 amends Cullman County commission meeting times and election terms.

Alabama HB522 modifies the Cullman County commission's meeting schedule and election terms. The commission must hold at least one meeting each month after 6:00 p.m. to encourage public attendance. Associate commissioners from certain districts will serve staggered terms: two years initially and then four years. The chair, elected countywide, serves a four-year term and may not vote except to break ties. The act takes effect October 1, 2026.

Alabama HB522 amends Cullman County commission meeting times and election terms.

Alabama HB522 modifies the Cullman County commission's meeting schedule and election terms. The commission must hold at least one meeting each month after 6:00 p.m. to encourage public attendance. Associate commissioners from certain districts will serve staggered terms: two years initially and then four years. The chair, elected countywide, serves a four-year term and may not vote except to break ties. The act takes effect October 1, 2026.