Note: Please refer to the Fiscal Issues Relating to Budget Reductions and Flexibility Provisions guidance letter for information on provisions that apply to all programs. The letter covers such matters as the public hearing requirement, base year funding provisions, and how funding reductions will be calculated. As required by the Budget Act of 2009 and effective April 17, 2009, the National Board Incentive Program is restricted to teachers who had qualified for the incentive as of that date. Until additional funding is provided, no new teachers may receive the award.