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HB59 Alabama 2013 Session

Updated Feb 27, 2026
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Summary

Primary Sponsor
Howard Sanderford
Howard Sanderford
Republican
Session
Regular Session 2013
Title
Veterinary Medical Examiners, Alabama State Board of, Sunset Law Review, continued until October 1, 2017
Summary

The bill continues the Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners and its functions through October 1, 2017 under the Alabama Sunset Law.

What This Bill Does

It extends the board's existence and operations through Oct. 1, 2017, and preserves the statutes that govern the board (Codes 34-29-60 to 34-29-135). The Legislature agrees with the Sunset Committee's recommendation to continue the board, and the measure takes effect immediately upon passage and governor’s approval.

Who It Affects
  • Licensed veterinarians and the Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners (board members and staff), whose regulatory powers and duties continue.
  • Alabama residents and pet owners who rely on regulated veterinary services, as oversight and licensing remain in place.
Key Provisions
  • Continues the existence and functioning of the Alabama State Board of Veterinary Medical Examiners until October 1, 2017.
  • Preserves Sections 34-29-60 to 34-29-135 of the Code of Alabama 1975.
  • The Legislature concurs with the Sunset Committee's recommendation to continue the board.
  • Effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor.
AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects
Sunset Law

Bill Actions

H

Delivered to Governor at 10:12 a.m. on March 20, 2013.

H

Assigned Act No. 2013-72 on 03/26/2013.

H

Clerk of the House Certification

S

Signature Requested

H

Enrolled

H

Passed Second House

S

Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass adopted Roll Call 229

S

Third Reading Passed

S

Read for the second time and placed on the calendar

S

Read for the first time and referred to the Senate committee on Children, Youth Affairs, and Human Resources

H

Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass adopted Roll Call 76

H

Third Reading Passed

H

Read for the second time and placed on the calendar

H

Read for the first time and referred to the House of Representatives committee on Boards, Agencies and Commissions

Bill Text

Votes

Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass

February 26, 2013 House Passed
Yes 87
Absent 16

Motion to Read a Third Time and Pass

March 15, 2013 Senate Passed
Yes 27
Absent 7

Documents

Source: Alabama Legislature