SB244 Alabama 2024 Session

Updated Feb 23, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: April WeaverSenator
Republican
Session: Regular Session 2024
Title: Board of Medical Examiners; "expedited license" defined for purposes of criminal background check for physician licensure
Summary: SB244 defines 'expedited license' for purposes of criminal background checks in Alabama physician licensure, clarifying accelerated licensing for doctors of medicine and osteopathy.
What This Bill Does
It adds a formal definition of 'expedited license' in the medical licensure code. The definition covers licenses and certificates to practice medicine or qualify to practice medicine that are issued in an accelerated manner. This definition is used for criminal background checks of applicants seeking these expedited licenses. The act becomes effective June 1, 2024.

Who It Affects
Applicants seeking an expedited license to practice medicine (MDs and DOs) in Alabama, as their background checks will be tied to the expedited licensing process.
The State Board of Medical Examiners, which administers physician licensure and would apply the definition when processing expedited license applications.

Key Provisions
Adds a new definition of EXPEDITED LICENSE in Section 34-24-50.1, covering licenses to practice medicine and certificates of qualification or eligibility issued in an accelerated manner.
Specifies that the EXPEDITED LICENSE definition is used for criminal background checks of applicants seeking an expedited license.
Provides that the act takes effect on 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