Alabama § 36-27-159 - Election by Local Administrative Unit.
Full text of Alabama Code of Alabama § 36-27-159 — Election by Local Administrative Unit., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 36-27-159. Election by Local Administrative Unit.
Any county board, department, or agency responsible for the local administration of a program for a state board, department, or agency affiliated with the Employees’ Retirement System on October 1, 2000, may provide the cost-of-living increase pursuant to this article to any retiree or beneficiary who retired prior to July 1, 2000, if the local administrative unit elects to fund the increase.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alabama § 36-27-159
What does Code of Alabama § 36-27-159 cover?
Section 36-27-159 ("Election by Local Administrative Unit.") is part of the Code of Alabama, the codified statutory law of Alabama. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Alabama § 36-27-159?
A common citation format is "Code of Alabama § 36-27-159" (Alabama). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Alabama law?
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How does Alabama § 36-27-159 apply to my situation?
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