The bill establishes a new salary structure for the Judge of Probate in Walker County, effective January 20, 2025. Under the new provisions, the Judge of Probate will receive an annual salary equivalent to the first step of the state base salary for district court judges at that time. Additionally, the judge will be eligible for salary increases, including step and cost-of-living adjustments, in alignment with those received by district judges with the same years of service. This new salary will replace any previous compensation or salary arrangements for the position.

Furthermore, the bill stipulates that any new judge of probate elected or appointed after January 20, 2025, will also start at the first step of the state base salary for district court judges, with subsequent adjustments as outlined. The salary will be disbursed in equal installments from the county's general fund. The act is set to take effect on the specified date, ensuring a standardized compensation framework for the Judge of Probate in Walker County.