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The Solid Waste Bill
Alabama revises penalties for missed solid waste fees
Solid waste utility fees; remedies for nonpayment of fees provided, penalties for failure to pay fees revised
Mixed: some good, some bad ·
If passed, the bill would let the state increase fines for households that don’t pay their solid waste fees, making nonpayment more expensive.
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Citizens could face higher bills if they fall behind, while waste collectors get steadier money. Now is the time to speak up before penalties rise.
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The facts
What the bill actually says, no spin.
- The bill aims to revise penalties for nonpayment of solid waste utility fees.
- It was introduced in the Alabama House and sent to the County and Municipal Government Committee.
- Rep. Timothy Wadsworth (R) is the sponsor.
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