The bill amends Section 36-26-35 of the Code of Alabama 1975 to allow members of the State Police Tier II Plan to receive payment for up to 80 hours per year of accrued and unused annual leave that exceeds 480 hours. This change is significant as it provides additional financial benefits to law enforcement officers who have accumulated a substantial amount of leave. The bill also updates the terminology by replacing "Department of Public Safety" with "Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency," ensuring that the language reflects the current structure of law enforcement in Alabama.

Additionally, the bill maintains existing provisions regarding annual leave accumulation for state employees and law enforcement officers, while also specifying that payment for unused leave will be calculated based on the employee's regular rate of pay. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025, following its passage in the House of Representatives with a unanimous vote.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 36-26-35
Engrossed: 36-26-35