SB141 Summary

• Proposes constitutional amendment adding Section 59-5.00 to define voting eligibility for St. Clair County superintendent of education and county board of education members to exclude electors residing within the Pell City School Attendance Zone and Tax District.

• Amends Section 59A-2.00 to change the Pell City Board of Education from an elected board to an appointed board effective upon expiration of current members' terms on January 1, 2024.

• Requires appointed members of the Pell City Board of Education to be qualified electors residing within the Pell City School Attendance Zone and Tax District, with at least two members from the county portion of that district.

• Constitutional amendment requires approval by majority vote of qualified electors in accordance with existing election laws.

• Senate passed amendment on April 9, 2024; House passed on April 23, 2024.