HB 578 Alabama House · 2026 Regular Session

Mobile County; certain boards of water and sewer commissioners required to convey conservation easements on certain real property

This bill requires certain Mobile County water and sewer commissioners to transfer conservation easements on over 100 specific real property parcels to qualified conservation organizations by October 1, 2027. The easements must be conveyed to charitable entities that protect natural resources, agricultural land, or historical features, while excluding certain areas like road rights of way. The legislation defines conservation easement holders as organizations dedicated to preserving open space, environmental quality, or cultural assets, and applies to boards established under existing state law.
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Introduced Mar 5, 2026 Last action Mar 5, 2026
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