Alabama · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 402: Local land bank authorities; shorten tax sale redemption period; restrictions on geographic scope; creation of multijurisdictional land banks by agreement; Governor's emergency authorization to create land bank
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 402 is a bill introduced in the Alabama House on February 5, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Local land bank authorities; shorten tax sale redemption period; restrictions on geographic scope; creation of multijurisdictional land banks by agreement; Governor's emergency authorization to create land bank. Primary sponsor: Kelvin Datcher (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (February 5, 2026): Read for the first time and referred to the House Committee on Fiscal Responsibility.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Authorities, Boards, & Commissions
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kelvin Datcher | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 52 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Read for the first time and referred to the House Committee on Fiscal Responsibility
- Pending Committee Action in House of Origin (Fiscal Responsibility)