SB300 Alabama 2011 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

J.T. WaggonerSenator

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2011

Title

Supplemental appropriation from Education Trust Fund to Education Department for teachers certified by National Board for Professional Teaching Standards

Summary

SB300 would provide up to $1,148,088 from the Education Trust Fund to the State Department of Education to pay a $5,000 salary supplement to Alabama teachers who earn National Board certification in fiscal year 2011.

What This Bill Does

It authorizes a supplemental appropriation from the Education Trust Fund to the State Department of Education for FY2011, up to $1,148,088, to fund the $5,000 salary supplement for teachers who complete National Board certification. It ensures that the full $5,000 supplement is paid during the 2011 fiscal year. The act becomes effective immediately upon passage and governor's approval (or otherwise becoming law).

Who It Affects

• NBPTS-certified teachers in Alabama who complete the certification process will receive a $5,000 salary supplement in FY2011.
• The Alabama State Department of Education will receive up to $1,148,088 to fund and disburse the $5,000 supplements to eligible teachers in FY2011.

Key Provisions

• Appropriates up to $1,148,088 from the Education Trust Fund to the State Department of Education for FY2011 to fund the $5,000 salary supplement for teachers who complete National Board certification.
• Provides that the act takes effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (or otherwise becoming law).

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 25, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Appropriations