Alabama · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 644: Crimes and offenses; crime of female genital mutilation established, penalties provided
In committee Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 644 is a bill introduced in the Alabama House on March 19, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: Crimes and offenses; crime of female genital mutilation established, penalties provided. Primary sponsor: Prince Chestnut (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (April 1, 2026): Reported Out of Committee House of Origin.
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Official summary
Abstract published by the legislature (via Open States). Text as published by the legislature; reproduced verbatim.
Crimes & Offenses
Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 1
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prince Chestnut | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 67 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- Reported Out of Committee House of Origin
- Read for the Second Time and placed on the Calendar (Judiciary)
- Read for the first time and referred to the House Committee on Judiciary
- Pending Committee Action in House of Origin (Judiciary)