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AL HB47

Bill

Status

Passed

4/21/2011

Primary Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

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Origin

House of Representatives

Regular Session 2011

AI Summary

HB47 Summary

  • Continues the existence and functioning of the Alabama Board of Massage Therapy pursuant to the Alabama Sunset Law with modifications to statutory requirements.

  • Removes the requirement that massage therapy schools located in Alabama be accredited by the State Department of Education; Alabama schools must instead be approved by the board as meeting minimum standards of training and curriculum.

  • Requires that board representation include not more than one member from each United States Congressional District, ensuring geographic diversity across the state.

  • Maintains the board composition of seven members appointed by the Governor with Senate confirmation, including five licensees and two public members with no financial interest in the profession.

  • Takes effect immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor.

Legislative Description

Massage Therapy, Board of, Sunset Law review, continued with modifications to require representation on board from congressional districts and to delete requirement of accreditation by Education Department, Secs. 34-43-3, 34-43-6 am'd.

Massage Therapy, Board of

Last Action

Forwarded to Governor on April 21, 2011 at 1:35 p.m. on April 21, 2011.

4/21/2011

Committee Referrals

Fiscal Responsibility and Accountability3/31/2011
Boards, Agencies and Commissions3/1/2011

Full Bill Text

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