Alabama Code > Title 16 > Chapter 42 – Historical Research


§ 16-42-1	Counties and cities authorized to undertake research into history of state
§ 16-42-2	Use of county and municipal funds
§ 16-42-3	Contracts between counties or cities and historical corporations, etc., authorized

Amendment: A proposal to alter the text of a pending bill or other measure by striking out some of it, by inserting new language, or both. Before an amendment becomes part of the measure, thelegislature must agree to it.
Ex officio: Literally, by virtue of one's office.
following: means next after. See Alabama Code 1-1-1
Partnership: A voluntary contract between two or more persons to pool some or all of their assets into a business, with the agreement that there will be a proportional sharing of profits and losses.
person: includes a corporation as well as a natural person. See Alabama Code 1-1-1
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Remainder: An interest in property that takes effect in the future at a specified time or after the occurrence of some event, such as the death of a life tenant.
state: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the several territories of the United States. See Alabama Code 1-1-1
writing: includes typewriting and printing on paper. See Alabama Code 1-1-1