AL HB355

Director of Transportation may appoint up to three deputy directors of transportation, with Governor approval, with one potentially serving as chief engineer.

Director of Transportation determines deputy director salaries with Governor approval, and salaries are paid from department funds like other employee compensation.

Deputy directors must provide bond for faithful performance of duties in an amount approved by the director.

Deputy directors serve at the pleasure of the Director of Transportation and are exempt from state Merit System law but are otherwise considered state employees.

Act becomes effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor or upon otherwise becoming law.