SB96 Alabama 2022 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Will BarfootSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2022
Title: Foresters, State Board of Registration for, Sunset Law review, continued until October 1, 2026.
Summary: SB96 extends the State Board of Registration for Foresters and its governing statutes through October 1, 2026, under the Alabama Sunset Law.
What This Bill Does
The bill keeps the Foresters Board in existence and allows it to continue regulating foresters through October 1, 2026. It preserves the governing code sections (34-12-1 to 34-12-37) through that date. It follows the Sunset Committee's recommendation to renew the board, and it becomes effective immediately upon the Governor's signature.

Who It Affects
Licensed foresters in Alabama and individuals seeking licensure, whose licensing and regulatory decisions will continue to be handled by the Board.
The Board itself (its staff and operations) and the public who rely on the Board to uphold professional standards for foresters.

Key Provisions
Continues the existence and functioning of the State Board of Registration for Foresters until October 1, 2026.
Preserves Sections 34-12-1 to 34-12-37 of the Alabama Code until October 1, 2026.
Legislature concurs with the Sunset Committee's recommendation to renew the board.
Effective immediately upon the Governor's approval.

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