HB121 Alabama 2017 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Laura HallRepresentative

Democrat

Session

Regular Session 2017

Title

Medical Examiners and Medical Licensure Commission, Sunset Law review, continued until October 1, 2021.

Summary

HB121 would extend the State Board of Medical Examiners and Medical Licensure Commission's existence through October 1, 2021.

What This Bill Does

The bill continues the regulatory bodies that oversee medical licensing and examinations for another period ending October 1, 2021. It preserves the current statutory framework governing these agencies and follows the Sunset Committee's recommendation to continue them. The measure becomes law immediately upon passage and governor approval.

Who It Affects

• Medical professionals who are licensed or regulated by the State Board of Medical Examiners and the Medical Licensure Commission (e.g., doctors and related licensing activities).
• The general public and patients who rely on licensed and regulated medical professionals for safe and quality care.

Key Provisions

• Continues the existence and functioning of the State Board of Medical Examiners and the Medical Licensure Commission until October 1, 2021.
• Preserves the applicable code sections (34-24-50 to 34-24-75.1 and 34-24-290 to 34-24-508) through the termination date.
• The Legislature concurs with the Sunset Committee's recommendation to continue these agencies.
• The act takes effect immediately upon passage and governor approval.

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