HB651 Alabama 2012 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Mike Millican

Republican

Co-Sponsors

Joe FaustK.L. BrownDavid Sessions

Session

Regular Session 2012

Title

Agriculture, entomological work, landscape irrigation to be regulated by the Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries, landscape irrigation contractor to obtain permit, restrictions on applicants for examination for permit to engage in structural pest control, Secs. 2-28-1 to 2-28-5, inclusive, 2-28-7 am'd

Summary

HB651 would regulate landscape irrigation work under Alabama's pest control laws, requiring permits for landscape irrigation contractors and tightening exam and disciplinary rules for related professionals.

What This Bill Does

HB651 adds landscape irrigation work to the activities regulated by the Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries. It would require landscape irrigation contractors to obtain a permit and would prohibit supervising more than one office. It creates definitions for landscape irrigation and related terms, sets examination and permit rules (including a maximum annual fee of $200, branch and suboffice permits, and renewal timelines), and sets disciplinary procedures. It also adds felony-conviction restrictions for certain exam applicants unless civil rights are restored and provides for appeals and possible revocation of permits or certifications.

Who It Affects

• Landscape irrigation contractors and firms, who would need to obtain a landscape irrigation permit, be limited to supervising one office, and pay annual permit fees.
• Applicants and workers in pest control-related fields (e.g., structural pest control, branch/suboffice staff, certified operators, technicians), who would face exams, certifications, and potential restrictions due to felony convictions and civil rights restoration, plus renewal and enforcement rules.

Key Provisions

• Adds landscape irrigation work to the categories regulated by the Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries.
• Requires landscape irrigation contractors to obtain a permit and to supervise no more than one office.
• Adds definitions for landscape irrigation contractor, landscape irrigation work, branch office, suboffice, certification, permit, and related terms.
• Requires examination by the Commissioner for the regulated activities, with felony-conviction restrictions unless civil rights are restored; establishes eligibility criteria.
• Establishes permit rules: annual permits (fee up to $200), separate permits for branch offices and suboffices, and renewal procedures with set dates and delinquent penalties.
• Specifies that permits and examination fees support the Agricultural Fund and require recordkeeping; allows designation of a supervisor or certified operator when issuing permits.
• Provides revocation and appeal procedures: the Commissioner can revoke certifications or permits for violations, with notice and hearing rights, and appeals to the State Board; revocation can bar reissuance for at least one year.
• Authorizes the Board and Commissioner to adopt rules on qualifications, examinations, methods, training, and other regulatory matters to ensure high-quality workmanship and public safety.

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Subjects

Agriculture