The bill HB145 Enrolled focuses on appropriating funds for various educational initiatives in Alabama for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2025. It outlines allocations from the Education Trust Fund (ETF) and other sources, emphasizing accountability and efficient use of funds. Key insertions include the establishment of a new "Trust Fund," funding for the "Computer Science for Alabama (CS4AL)" program, and the "Distance Learning" initiative, which will provide free access to all Alabama residents. The bill also introduces funding for programs aimed at supporting English Language Learners, special education, and mental health services in schools, while mandating semi-annual reporting on expenditures to ensure transparency.

Additionally, the bill includes provisions for various educational programs, such as the Alabama Reading Initiative, grants for underperforming schools, and funding for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs). It emphasizes the importance of equitable funding distribution and mandates that appropriated funds cannot be used to implement standards from the Common Core State Standards Initiative after April 1, 2013. The bill also outlines specific reporting requirements for educational institutions and agencies, ensuring that funds are utilized effectively to enhance educational outcomes across Alabama. Overall, HB145 aims to improve educational resources, support workforce development, and ensure accountability in the management of appropriated funds.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 41-4-80, 41-19-1
Engrossed: 41-4-80, 41-19-1
Enrolled: 41-4-80, 41-19-1