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AL SB113

Bill

Status

Passed

3/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Chris Elliott

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Renames the Alabama Behavior Analyst Licensing Board to the Alabama Behavior Analyst Advisory Council, transferring regulatory authority over licensed behavior analysts to the Department of Mental Health

  • Mental Health Commissioner gains authority to appoint advisory council members, issue and revoke licenses, investigate complaints, and impose fines up to $1,000 for violations

  • Advisory council consists of 7 members serving 3-year terms: 4 licensed behavior analysts, 1 licensed psychologist, 1 parent/guardian of an individual treated for behavior disorders, and 1 public member

  • Department of Mental Health must provide administrative services including office space within the State Autism Coordinator's office, financial and legal services, IT support, and staff

  • Removes the board from Alabama Sunset Law review and renames the special revenue fund to the Alabama Behavior Analyst Advisory Council Fund

Legislative Description

Alabama Behavior Analyst Licensing Board, continued under Sunset Law as Behavior Analyst Advisory Board under Department of Mental Health

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Last Action

Enacted

3/3/2026

Committee Referrals

Boards, Agencies and Commissions2/5/2026
Fiscal Responsibility and Economic Development1/13/2026

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