HB122 Alabama 2017 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Victor Gaston
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2017
Title: Marriage and Family Therapy, Board of Examiners in, Sunset Law review, continued until October 1, 2021.
Summary: HB122 keeps the Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy active through October 1, 2021.
What This Bill Does
The bill continues the board's existence and operations through October 1, 2021. It preserves the board’s governing code sections (34-17A-1 to 34-17A-26) and its regulatory authority. It follows the Sunset Committee’s recommendation to continue the board and takes effect immediately upon the governor's signature (or when it becomes law).

Who It Affects
The Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy: its existence and duties are extended, allowing ongoing licensing and regulation of marriage and family therapists.
Licensed and applicant marriage and family therapists in Alabama: their licensing, regulation, and public protection responsibilities continue under the board through Oct 1, 2021.

Key Provisions
Continues the Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy until October 1, 2021.
Preserves the board’s governing code sections (34-17A-1 to 34-17A-26).
Legislature concurs with the Sunset Committee’s recommendation to continue the board.
Effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor, or otherwise becoming law.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Marriage and Family Therapy, Board of Examiners in