Alabama legislation · 2026 Regular Session
Alabama SJR79: Alabama Legislative Study Commission on Child Sexual Abuse Laws and Policies, created
Status: Signed into law, April 9, 2026
What the bill says
An act, sjr___ establishing the alabama legislative study commission on child sexual abuse laws and policies.
From the enrolled text:
An Act, SJR___ ESTABLISHING THE ALABAMA LEGISLATIVE STUDY COMMISSION ON CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE LAWS AND POLICIES. WHEREAS, child sexual abuse in all forms is a serious criminal offense and a profound violation of the physical, emotional, and psychological well-being of children of all ages; and WHEREAS, protecting all children from sexual abuse and exploitation, regardless of age, gender, disability, family circumstance, placement status, or other vulnerability, is a fundamental responsibility of the State of Alabama; and WHEREAS, acts of child sexual abuse occur across a wide range of relationships and settings, including within families and households, institutional and organizational environments, custodial or state care settings, and through positions of trust or authority charged with the care, supervision, or education of children; and WHEREAS, child sexual abuse also occurs through peer-on-peer conduct, commercial sexual exploitation, sexual trafficking, online-facilitated exploitation, and the creation or distribution of child sexual abuse material; and WHEREAS, children with disabilities and other heightened vulnerabilities may face increased risk of sexual abuse and additional barriers to disclosure, protection, and Page abuse and additional barriers to disclosure, protection, and SJR79 Enrolled recovery; and WHEREAS, Alabama law addresses child sexual abuse through criminal statutes, civil causes of action, mandatory reporting requirements, and child welfare policies; however, these laws have developed over time through separate enactments and may operate inconsistently or …
Sponsors
- Coleman, Merika (D, SD-019) · primary sponsor
- Gudger, Garlan (R, SD-004)
- Gerald Allen (R, SD-021)
- Matt Woods (R, SD-005)
- Beasley, William M. (D, SD-028)
- Smitherman, Rodger M. (D, SD-018)
- Livingston, Steve (R, SD-008)
- Singleton, Bobby D. (D, SD-024)
- Kelley, Keith (R, SD-012)
- Figures, Vivian Davis (D, SD-033)
- Waggoner, J. T. 'Jabo' (R, SD-016)
- Kitchens, Wes (R, SD-009)
Latest actions
- : Enacted
- : Delivered to Governor
- : Enrolled
- : Ready to Enroll
- : Reported from Rules
- : Reported Out of Committee Second House
- : Pending Committee Action in Second House
- : Received in the House and referred to the House committee on Rules
- : Coleman motion to Adopt - Adopted Voice Vote
- : Read for the first time
Subjects: Resolutions
Common questions
- What is SJR79?
- SJR79 is a bill in the Alabama Legislature (2026 Regular Session): Alabama Legislative Study Commission on Child Sexual Abuse Laws and Policies, created.
- What does SJR79 do?
- In its own words: An act, sjr___ establishing the alabama legislative study commission on child sexual abuse laws and policies.
- What is the status of SJR79?
- Signed into law as of April 9, 2026. Latest action: Enacted (April 9, 2026).
- Who sponsored SJR79?
- Coleman, Merika (D, SD-019), with 11 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for SJR79?
- On the Alabama Legislature website: https://alison.legislature.state.al.us/instrument/2026RS/SJR79
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