SB371 Alabama 2019 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

William “Bill” M. BeasleySenator

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2019

Title

Supernumerary court reporters, death benefits for surviving spouse provided

Summary

SB 371 would create a death benefit for the surviving spouse of a supernumerary circuit court reporter who served 50 consecutive years in the same circuit court.

What This Bill Does

If such a reporter dies, the surviving spouse would receive a monthly payment equal to 50% of the reporter's monthly allowance from the state and county. Eligibility is limited to reporters who served 50 consecutive years in the same circuit court. The bill adds this death benefit to current law and specifies immediate effectiveness after legislative passage and governor approval.

Who It Affects

• Surviving spouses of supernumerary circuit court reporters who served 50 consecutive years in the same circuit court, by providing them a ongoing monthly benefit.
• Supernumerary circuit court reporters who have served 50 consecutive years (as this service makes their spouses eligible for the benefit).

Key Provisions

• Section 1: Creates a death benefit for the surviving spouse of a supernumerary circuit court reporter who served 50 consecutive years in the same circuit court, providing a monthly allowance.
• Section 1: The monthly allowance equals 50% of the reporter's own monthly allowance from state and county.
• Section 2: The act becomes effective immediately upon passage and governor's approval.

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

Subjects

Supernumeraries