HB241 Alabama 2019 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Craig LipscombRepresentative

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2019

Title

Landscape Architects, Board of Examiners of, increase maximum fine from $250 to $2,500 per violation against a licensee, license application fee increased, Secs. 34-17-5, 34-17-25 am'd.

Summary

HB 241 would raise penalties and fees for the Alabama Board of Examiners of Landscape Architects, including higher fines, cost recovery for disciplinary actions, and a larger license application fee.

What This Bill Does

It increases the maximum disciplinary fine against a licensee from $250 to $2,500 per violation. It authorizes the board to assess all or part of the costs of conducting a disciplinary action. It also increases the license application fee from $75 to $150.

Who It Affects

• Licensed landscape architects in Alabama, who could face higher fines and be charged disciplinary costs if found in violation.
• Individuals applying for or renewing a landscape architecture certificate, who would pay a higher application fee.

Key Provisions

• Amends Section 34-17-5 to specify grounds for disciplinary action by the Board of Examiners of Landscape Architects.
• Raises the maximum administrative fine from $250 to $2,500 per violation and authorizes cost recovery for disciplinary proceedings.
• Amends Section 34-17-25 to increase the application fee from $75 to $150.
• Provides an effective date that the act becomes law on the first day of the third month after its passage and 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

Landscape Architects, Alabama Board of Examiners of