HB171 Alabama 2015 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Jim Patterson
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2015
Title: Board of Examiners on Admission to the State Bar, Sunset Law review, continued until October 1, 2019.
Summary: HB171 would extend the life of Alabama’s Board of Examiners on Admission to the State Bar, keeping it operating until October 1, 2019.
What This Bill Does
It continues the Board's existence and its functions under Section 34-3-2 of the Alabama Code. It follows the Sunset Committee's recommendation to keep the Board active until October 1, 2019, and preserves the related code section. It becomes effective immediately upon the Governor's approval.

Who It Affects
Board members and staff who run the Board of Examiners on Admission to the State Bar
People seeking admission to the Alabama State Bar (prospective and current licensees) who interact with the Board

Key Provisions
Section 1: The Sunset Committee recommends continuing the Board until October 1, 2019.
Section 2: The Board's existence and its authority under Section 34-3-2 is continued until October 1, 2019, and that code section is preserved.
Section 3: The Legislature concurs with the Sunset Committee's recommendations.
Section 4: The act becomes effective immediately upon its 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: Board of Examiners on Admission to the State Bar