HB87 Alabama 2019 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Randall Shedd

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2019

Title

Occupational licensing boards, prohibit from assessing a monetary fine or penalty against a business entity consumer or individual consumer, 41-9A-1, 41-9A-2 added

Summary

HB87 would stop state occupational licensing boards from fining consumers (business entities or individuals) starting in 2020, with certain exceptions for unlicensed practice or false licensing information.

What This Bill Does

The bill creates a rule that state licensing boards cannot levy monetary fines against consumers. It defines key terms like consumer, license, and occupational licensing board. It keeps the boards' ability to fine people who practice a licensed occupation without a valid license or who provide false information to obtain a license.

Who It Affects

• Consumers (business entities or individuals) who seek information, advice, or services from licensed professionals will not be fined by licensing boards starting January 1, 2020.
• State occupational licensing boards remain able to fine people who practice without a valid license or who submit false information to obtain a license.

Key Provisions

• Adds Chapter 9A to Title 41 and defines terms: consumer, license, and occupational licensing board.
• 41-9A-2(a): Beginning January 1, 2020, boards may not assess monetary fines against a consumer.
• 41-9A-2(b): Fines can still be imposed for unlicensed practice or for presenting or filing false information to obtain a license.
• Section 2: The act becomes law on the first day of the third month after passage and approval; the prohibition on fines for consumers takes effect January 1, 2020.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 24, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Boards and Commissions