SB40 Alabama 2016 Session

Updated Feb 24, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Paul Bussman
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2016
Title: Behavior Analyst Licensing Board, Sunset Law review, continued until October 1, 2017.
Summary: SB40 would continue the Alabama Behavior Analyst Licensing Board in existence and functioning until October 1, 2017.
What This Bill Does
The bill extends the life of the Alabama Behavior Analyst Licensing Board through October 1, 2017 and preserves the related enabling statutes (Sections 34-5A-1 to 34-5A-8). It reflects the Sunset Committee’s recommendation and requires the Legislature to agree with that recommendation. The change takes effect immediately upon the governor’s signing and keeps the board operating under current law during the extension.

Who It Affects
Behavior analysts and license applicants in Alabama, who will continue to be regulated by the board through the extension period
The public/consumers in Alabama, who rely on licensing oversight to ensure qualified behavior analysts and protect public safety

Key Provisions
Section 1: Sunset Committee recommends continuance of the Alabama Behavior Analyst Licensing Board until October 1, 2017
Section 2: The board’s existence and functioning is continued until October 1, 2017 and Sections 34-5A-1 to 34-5A-8 are preserved
Section 3: The Legislature concurs with the Sunset Committee’s recommendations
Section 4: Effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor (or otherwise becoming law)

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Subjects: Sunset Law