HR208 Alabama 2014 Session

Summary

Session

Regular Session 2014

Title

House of Representatives, Special Order Calendar

Summary

HR208 sets a special order calendar that places nine bills on the agenda for the 17th legislative day, making them a priority over normal business.

What This Bill Does

This resolution declares that the listed bills shall be the special and paramount order of business for the 17th day, taking precedence over regular or unfinished business. It designates the bills from various representatives to be considered in that special order. The bills cover topics from veterinary practice definitions to licensing, contracts, and regulatory changes.

Who It Affects

• Professionals and businesses affected by the proposed changes (e.g., veterinarians and veterinary facilities; state contractors; colleges and universities; local governments; manufactured-home tenants and lienholders; plumbers and gas fitters; license applicants; poverty-related program stakeholders; wildlife exhibitors).
• State and local government agencies and regulatory bodies responsible for implementing or enforcing these changes, as well as the legislative process coordinating the special order.

Key Provisions

• HB141 would revise the definition of the practice of veterinary medicine to prohibit unlicensed persons from directly supervising veterinary services, treat spay/neuter clinics as veterinary facilities, and exempt certain nonprofit vets employed by an employer from this prohibition.
• HB24 would set a 30-day limit for payment to state contractors, specify timelines for pre-bid meetings, require timely review of invoices, and allow contract changes under certain conditions.
• HB321 would allow colleges and universities to participate in reciprocity agreements with other member states to recognize or operate without additional state approval or authorization in those states.
• HB292 would change the solid waste permit process so local governing bodies must approve permits within a defined number of days; if not approved in time, the permit is deemed denied.
• HB252 would modify procedures for abandoned manufactured homes, including storage and sale, require notices to tenants and lienholders, and repeal and amend related sections.
• HB143 would update plumbers and gas fitters rules, including definitions, the examining board, fund disbursement, certification, renewals, fees, and disciplinary actions.
• HB398 would require applicants for business licenses to submit a federal tax identification number or Social Security number.
• HB38 would adjust the membership of the Commission to Reduce Poverty.
• HB420 would authorize the Conservation and Natural Resources Department to regulate public wildlife exhibitions with additional fees and revised exemptions.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Resolution, Legislative