ACT 1197 Reporting
ACT 1197 Reporting
Act 1197, passed by the Alabama Legislature in 1973, requires every municipality and independent board within Jefferson County to submit an annual financial report to the Jefferson County Treasurer’s Office. These reports provide a detailed account of revenues, expenditures, and financial operations for the preceding fiscal year.
The purpose of Act 1197 is to ensure accountability, transparency, and fiscal responsibility in the use of public funds. By requiring consistent reporting, the Act allows the Treasurer’s Office to maintain accurate financial records, promote oversight, and make information available to both county officials and the public.
Compliance with Act 1197 strengthens public trust in local government and helps ensure that tax dollars and other public revenues are managed responsibly. The Treasurer’s Office reviews and organizes submitted reports, making them accessible as part of our commitment to open government and financial transparency.
