HB17 Alabama 2016 1st Special Session Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Jimmy Martin
Republican
Session: First Special Session 2016
Title: Physical Therapy, Board of, powers and duties, rulemaking authority clarified with regard to anticompetitive rules that prioritize patient safety and wellness, Sec. 34-24-193.1 added
Summary: HB17 repeals the residential restrictions on adult sex offenders in Chilton County by removing Section 45-11-82 from Alabama law.
What This Bill Does
The bill eliminates the state provision that imposes residential restrictions on adult sex offenders in Chilton County. This change applies only to Chilton County and would take effect immediately after the bill is enacted into law (following governor's approval).

Who It Affects
Adult sex offenders living in or planning to move to Chilton County, who would no longer be subject to the county's residential restrictions.
Chilton County residents and property owners, who may see changes in housing options and enforcement related to sex offender residency.

Key Provisions
Repeals Section 45-11-82, Code of Alabama 1975, relating to residential limitations on adult sex offenders.
Provides immediate effectiveness after passage and governor's approval (or upon becoming law).

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Subjects: Physical Therapy, Board of