The bill amends Section 45-26A-60 of the Code of Alabama 1975, establishing the Tallassee Board of Education and outlining the election process and qualifications for its members. Key changes include the deletion of the phrase indicating that board members serve without compensation, replaced by new provisions that allow board members to receive reasonable compensation in the form of an expense allowance, not exceeding $900 per month, for their services. This compensation will be subject to approval by a majority vote of the board at their annual meeting and will take effect on the first day of the month following such approval. Additionally, starting with the term beginning after June 1, 2026, this expense allowance will be converted into a salary for all board members.

The bill also makes several technical revisions to update the language of the existing law, including the clarification of terms and the removal of outdated phrases. It ensures that the school board members are elected from districts that align with the city council districts and establishes procedures for filling vacancies and conducting runoff elections if no candidate receives a majority of votes. The new board will assume all responsibilities and assets of the former board, and the financial records of the Tallassee School System will be audited annually by an independent firm. The act is set to become effective on June 1, 2026.