HB46 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

Republican

Session

Regular Session 2021

Title

Pharmacy, State Board of, sunset law review, continued until Oct 1, 2025.

Summary

HB46 extends the Alabama State Board of Pharmacy's existence and authority through October 1, 2025.

What This Bill Does

The bill keeps the Alabama State Board of Pharmacy in existence and continuing its regulatory functions. It preserves the board's governing statutes (34-23-1 to 34-23-187) through October 1, 2025. It becomes effective immediately upon the Governor's approval.

Who It Affects

• The Alabama State Board of Pharmacy itself, whose existence and regulatory authority are extended through October 1, 2025.
• Pharmacy professionals, pharmacies, and the general public in Alabama who rely on board regulation, licensure, and enforcement to ensure safe pharmacy practice and consumer protections.

Key Provisions

• Section 1: The Sunset Committee recommends continuing the Alabama State Board of Pharmacy until October 1, 2025.
• Section 2: The existence and functioning of the Board are continued, and related code sections (34-23-1 to 34-23-187) are preserved until October 1, 2025.
• Section 3: The Legislature concurs with the Sunset Committee's recommendations.
• Section 4: The act becomes effective immediately upon passage and approval by the Governor, or otherwise becoming law.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 22, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Pharmacy, Alabama State Board of