This bill appropriates $15,816,579 from the Education Trust Fund to Tuskegee University in Alabama for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2026. The funding is designated for the support and maintenance of the university's educational programs, with at least $2,000,000 specifically allocated for agricultural research and extension services. The bill emphasizes the unique relationship between Tuskegee University and the State of Alabama, noting its historical establishment and the involvement of state officials in its governance.

Additionally, the bill stipulates that the appropriation is subject to various provisions of the Code of Alabama 1975, including the Budget and Financial Control Act and the Budget Management Act. Before any funds can be released, Tuskegee University must submit an operations plan and an audited financial statement for the previous fiscal year, along with quarterly and end-of-year performance reports detailing expenditures and accomplishments. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 41-4-80
Enrolled: 41-4-80