SB144 Alabama 2024 Session

Updated Feb 23, 2026

Summary

Primary Sponsor: Linda Coleman-MadisonSenator
Democrat
Session: Regular Session 2024
Title: Sunset law; Alabama Board of Examiners in Psychology continued until October 1, 2028
Summary: The Alabama Board of Examiners in Psychology is continued in existence and functioning through October 1, 2028.
What This Bill Does
The bill extends the existence and regulatory function of the Alabama Board of Examiners in Psychology. It preserves the board as created under Chapter 26 of Title 34, ensuring ongoing licensure and disciplinary authority. It adopts the Sunset Committee's recommendation to continue the board, and it becomes effective June 1, 2024.

Who It Affects
Licensed psychologists and psychology applicants in Alabama will continue to be regulated by the Board, including licensure, renewals, and disciplinary oversight.
Alabama residents seeking psychology services will continue to be protected by ongoing board oversight of professional standards.

Key Provisions
Continuance of the Alabama Board of Examiners in Psychology until October 1, 2028.
Continuation of the board's existence and functions as created under Chapter 26 of Title 34, Code of Alabama 1975, with related code sections preserved.
The Legislature concurs with the Sunset Committee's recommendations to continue the board.
Effective date: June 1, 2024.

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