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, thereby enhancing their compensation options.

Additionally, the bill updates the terminology by replacing "Department of Public Safety" with "Alabama State Law Enforcement Agency," reflecting a more current organizational structure. The bill also maintains existing provisions regarding annual leave accumulation and payment calculations based on the employee's regular rate of pay. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

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