HB370 Summary

• Proposes a constitutional amendment to change the Montgomery County Superintendent of Education from an appointed position (by the Board of Education) to an elected position chosen by qualified county electors.

• Establishes a four-year term of office beginning July 1 following election, with the initial elected superintendent assuming office upon expiration of the current superintendent's contract.

• Requires the superintendent to meet the same qualifications prescribed by state law for county superintendents of education and to possess all powers and duties granted by state law.

• Authorizes the Legislature to enact local laws to further specify the manner of selection, term of office, vacancy procedures, and office operations.

• Election on the proposed amendment shall be held according to Amendment 555 of the Alabama Constitution and state election laws.