SB6 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Gerald O. Dial

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Public contracts, Alabama Fire College, joint purchasing agreement, authorized, competitive bids, Sec. 41-16-50 am'd.

Summary

SB6 would require the State Superintendent of Education to meet stricter, county-level–type qualifications.

What This Bill Does

It would amend Section 16-4-1 to require the State Superintendent candidate to hold an Alabama certificate in administration and supervision, have at least five years of public school work experience, provide proof of at least three years of successful educational experience in the five years before appointment, and hold a degree from a recognized four-year college or university. It also requires the candidate to be knowledgeable in school administration. The State Board of Education could contract for the superintendent’s services for up to four years, and the salary would be set by the Board within existing statutory ranges.

Who It Affects

• Candidates seeking the State Superintendent of Education position would need to meet the new, stricter qualifications (certificate, five years of public school experience, three years recent experience, and a four-year degree).
• The State Board of Education and the Alabama Department of Education would verify qualifications, set the certificate requirements, and determine the salary within established ranges.

Key Provisions

• Requires State Superintendent of Education candidates to hold an Alabama certificate in administration and supervision (certificate requirements to be set by the State Board).
• Requires at least five years of public school work experience for a person assuming the office.
• Requires proof of at least three years of successful educational experience during the five years prior to appointment.
• Requires a degree from a recognized four-year college or university.
• Requires the candidate to be knowledgeable in school administration and aligns qualifications with those of county superintendent candidates.
• Salary for the State Superintendent of Education to be set by the State Board of Education within established ranges.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Contracts