Alabama · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 249: Guardianships and conservatorships; notice requirements further provided for, procedures to remove proceeding to circuit court revised, duties of guardian ad litem of a minor further provided for and training required, court representative required to be appointed for allegedly incapacitated adults in certain circumstances, appointment of temporary or emergency guardian or conservator authorized in certain circumstances
Enacted Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
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Plain-language summary
HB 249 is a bill introduced in the Alabama House on January 15, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Guardianships and conservatorships; notice requirements further provided for, procedures to remove proceeding to circuit court revised, duties of guardian ad litem of a minor further provided for and training required, court representative required to be appointed for allegedly incapacitated adults in certain circumstances, appointment of temporary or emergency guardian or conservator authorized in certain circumstances. Primary sponsor: David Faulkner (Republican). Most recent recorded action (April 15, 2026): Enacted.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Family Law
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Republican 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David Faulkner | Primary sponsor | Republican | House | 46 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Enacted
- Enrolled
- Delivered to Governor
- Signature Requested
- Third Reading in Second House
- Givhan 1st Amendment Offered
- Givhan motion to Adopt - Adopted Roll Call 1173
- Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass as Amended - Adopted Roll Call 1174
- Faulkner Motion to Concur In and Adopt Senate Amendment - Adopted Roll Call 1252
- Ready to Enroll
- Reported Out of Committee Second House
- Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar (Judiciary)
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