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AL SB146
Bill
AI Summary
SB146 Summary
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Removes all residency requirements for auctioneer and apprentice auctioneer licensure in Alabama.
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Establishes a single-use auction license available once per calendar year to nonresident auctioneers or auction companies licensed in other states, requiring a $10,000 bond and proof of good standing.
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Creates inactive status for licensees in good standing, allowing them to cease operations temporarily and restore their license upon proof of continuing education compliance.
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Authorizes the State Board of Auctioneers to employ an investigator to enforce laws and conduct hearings under the Alabama Administrative Procedure Act, with expanded disciplinary powers including administrative fines of $500-$2,500 per violation.
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Makes each board member accountable to the Governor and clarifies quorum requirements to a majority of appointed members, with meetings held at least quarterly in January, April, July, and October.
Legislative Description
State Board of Auctioneers, qualifications for licensure, annual single use auction license, inactive licenses, reciprocal licensing of apprentice auctioneer prohibited, conduct of auctions without a license, disciplinary actions pursuant to APA, board membership and meetings, Secs. 34-4-21, 34-4-23, 34-4-25, 34-4-27, 34-4-28, 34-4-29, 34-4-30, 34-4-31, 34-4-33, 34-4-50, 34-4-52 am'd.
Boards and Commissions
Last Action
Pending third reading on day 10 Favorable from Governmental Affairs
3/3/2020