The bill establishes annual longevity pay for the Tuscaloosa County Sheriff, Tax Assessor, and Tax Collector, aligning their compensation with that of all active full-time regular employees of Tuscaloosa County. The longevity pay will begin on June 1, 2026, and will be funded through the county general fund. The Tuscaloosa County Commission is tasked with determining both the amount of longevity pay and the payment date for these officials.

This legislation does not include any deletions from current law but introduces new provisions that ensure the sheriff, tax assessor, and tax collector receive the same longevity benefits as other county employees. The bill is set to take effect on June 1, 2026, following its passage in the House on February 19, 2026, and in the Senate on March 17, 2026.