Ala. Code § 21-9-6

Before entering upon the duties of office, each member of the board shall take and subscribe to an oath to uphold the Constitution and laws of the United States and this state and to perform the duties of office honestly, faithfully, and impartially. Each member shall give a bond of five thousand dollars ($5,000), with a sufficient surety approved by the State Treasurer. After approval, the bond shall be filed with the Secretary of State. If the bond is executed by a surety company, the premiums shall be paid from funds appropriated and available to the department.