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Alabama Senate Bill SB86

Alabama 2024 Regular Session

Alabama Senate Bill SB86

Introduced
2/13/24  
Introduced
2/13/24  
Report Pass
3/19/24  
Refer
2/13/24  
Refer
4/18/24  
Report Pass
3/19/24  
Report Pass
4/30/24  
Refer
4/18/24  
Enrolled
5/2/24  
Report Pass
4/30/24  
Passed
5/3/24  
Enrolled
5/2/24  
Passed
5/3/24  

Caption

Tuscaloosa County; Tuscaloosa City Board of Education, jurisdiction to include only territory within city limits, territory outside of City of Tuscaloosa city limits, included in jurisdiction of county board of education, ad valorem taxes redistributed, Constitutional Amendment.

Impact

The bill's enactment is set to take effect for the school year commencing in August 2025. It also includes stipulations on the redistribution of ad valorem tax revenues collected from areas outside the corporate city limits. Specifically, one-fourth of such revenue will be directed to the Tuscaloosa County Board of Education, ensuring that education funding aligns with the revised jurisdictional boundaries. This change aims to streamline educational governance and clarify financial responsibilities, potentially impacting funding allocations for local schools.

Summary

SB86 proposes an amendment to the Constitution of Alabama of 2022, specifically concerning the Tuscaloosa County education system. The amendment seeks to define the jurisdiction of the Tuscaloosa City Board of Education, restricting it to only include territories within the corporate limits of the City of Tuscaloosa. Conversely, territories located outside these limits would fall under the authority of the Tuscaloosa County Board of Education or any alternate city board of education that may apply. This change is intended to clarify and redefine the governance structure of educational jurisdictions in Tuscaloosa County.

Sentiment

Overall, the sentiment surrounding SB86 appears supportive, as demonstrated by its passage with significant bipartisan approval, indicated by a vote of 66-0. This overwhelming favor suggests broad consensus on the need for clearer jurisdictional guidelines. Stakeholders may view this amendment as a positive step towards enhancing educational management and ensuring that local education policies are effectively aligned with regional governance.

Contention

Despite the positive consensus, some concerns may arise regarding the transition and implementation of the new jurisdictional definitions. Potential issues could include the management of educational resources and the effectiveness of collaboration between the Tuscaloosa City and County Boards of Education. Critics may argue that changes can disrupt existing educational programs, especially in areas where overlapping jurisdictions have allowed for collaborative initiatives. The legislative discussions may reflect a balance between ensuring clear governance and maintaining effective educational services for all students in Tuscaloosa County.

Latest SB86 Activity

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

AL SB49

Constitutional Amendment-Tuscaloosa Co.-referendum on the merger of the governments for the City of Tuscaloosa and Northport.

AL SB344

This bill would propose an amendment to the Constitution of Alabama of 2022, relating to Tuscaloosa County, to authorize a referendum on the merger of the county government and the municipal governments of the City of Tuscaloosa and the City of Northport into an urban-county form of government.

AL SB300

Tuscaloosa , mun. elections for mayor, city council, and city board of education, reset, Sec. 11-44B-4.1 am'd.

AL SB74

To alter, rearrange, and extend the boundary lines and corporate limits of the City of Lake View in Tuscaloosa and Jefferson Counties.

AL HB130

To alter, rearrange, and extend the boundary lines and corporate limits of the City of Lake View in Tuscaloosa and Jefferson Counties.

AL HB148

Tuscaloosa Co. and Jefferson Co., sewer systems, privately owned in City of Lakeview and unincorp. area of Tuscaloosa Co., reg. by Public Service Comm. from Jan. 2023 to Dec. 2027, const. amend.

AL SB228

Tuscaloosa County, special fund to be used to match federal funds for eastern bypass, constitutional amendment

AL HB175

Tuscaloosa, ad valorem tax, add increase up to 11.5 mills auth for public school purposes

AL SB44

Tuscaloosa County, Constitutional Amendment, sales and use tax, additional required to be approved by referendum in a general election

AL SB10

Tuscaloosa County; levy of additional or increased county or municipal sales and use tax prohibited without approval by referendum, constitutional amendment

Similar Bills

AL HB130

To alter, rearrange, and extend the boundary lines and corporate limits of the City of Lake View in Tuscaloosa and Jefferson Counties.

AL SB74

To alter, rearrange, and extend the boundary lines and corporate limits of the City of Lake View in Tuscaloosa and Jefferson Counties.

AL SB88

Lake View, corporate limits alt.

AL SB344

This bill would propose an amendment to the Constitution of Alabama of 2022, relating to Tuscaloosa County, to authorize a referendum on the merger of the county government and the municipal governments of the City of Tuscaloosa and the City of Northport into an urban-county form of government.

AL SB49

Constitutional Amendment-Tuscaloosa Co.-referendum on the merger of the governments for the City of Tuscaloosa and Northport.

AL SB228

Tuscaloosa County, special fund to be used to match federal funds for eastern bypass, constitutional amendment

AL SR57

SPECIAL ORDER CALENDAR

AL HB233

Relating to the City of Tuscaloosa; to authorize the City of Tuscaloosa to join the Employees’ Retirement System of Alabama for its police and firefighter employees and transfer assets and liabilities of the existing Tuscaloosa Police and Firefighters Retirement Plan to the Employees' Retirement System of Alabama as set forth in Chapter 27 of Title 36, Code of Alabama 1975.