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AL HB120

Bill

Status

Passed

4/17/2025

Primary Sponsor

Kerry Underwood

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Origin

House of Representatives

2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Continues the existence and functioning of the State Board of Genetic Counseling until October 1, 2027, pursuant to the Alabama Sunset Law.

  • Requires board membership to include one member from each of Alabama's congressional districts, with remaining members appointed from the state at-large, effective June 1, 2025.

  • Maintains board composition of one Department of Genetics appointee, four genetic counseling practitioners, and four physicians appointed by various state authorities.

  • Allows board members to participate in regular meetings by telephone or video conference, but requires in-person participation only for meetings relating to disciplinary actions.

  • Takes effect June 1, 2025; passed by House on February 6, 2025, and Senate on April 9, 2025.

Legislative Description

Sunset Law; State Board of Genetic Counseling continued with modification until October 1, 2027

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Last Action

Enacted

4/17/2025

Committee Referrals

Healthcare3/4/2025
Boards, Agencies and Commissions2/4/2025

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