HB57 Alabama 2021 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Neil RaffertyRepresentative

Democrat

Co-Sponsor

Howard Sanderford

Session

Regular Session 2021

Title

Athletic Commission, sunset law review, continued until Oct 1, 2023.

Summary

HB57 extends the Alabama Athletic Commission's existence and authority through October 1, 2023.

What This Bill Does

The bill keeps the Alabama Athletic Commission in operation under the current law through Oct 1, 2023. It preserves the Commission's authority as defined in sections 41-9-1020 to 41-9-1040, ensuring continued regulation of athletic activities during the extension. It takes effect immediately upon passage and governor's approval.

Who It Affects

• The Alabama Athletic Commission and its staff, which will continue to exist and regulate athletic activities through Oct 1, 2023.
• Athletes, promoters, venues, and others involved in regulated athletic activities in Alabama, who remain subject to the Commission's rules and oversight during the extension.

Key Provisions

• Section 1: Sunset Committee recommends continuation of the Alabama Athletic Commission until October 1, 2023.
• Section 2: The Commission's existence and functioning is continued, and the applicable code sections (41-9-1020 to 41-9-1040) are preserved through October 1, 2023.
• Section 3: The Legislature concurs in 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

Athletic Commission