Senate Bill 122 Alabama 2026 Session

Summary

Primary Sponsor

Robert L. StewartSenator

Democrat

Session

2026 Regular Session

Title

Sunset law; State Board of Registration for Foresters continued until October 1, 2030

Summary

SB122 would extend the State Board of Registration for Foresters to operate until October 1, 2030 under Alabama's Sunset Law.

What This Bill Does

If enacted, the Board would continue to exist and function through October 1, 2030. The enabling statutes (Sections 34-12-1 to 34-12-37) would be preserved. The Legislature would concur with the Sunset Committee's recommendation to continue the Board. The act would take effect on June 1, 2026.

Who It Affects

• Licensed foresters and the Board that regulates them would continue licensing and oversight through 2030.
• Public landowners, employers, and others who hire foresters or use forestry services would continue to benefit from ongoing professional standards and regulatory oversight.

Key Provisions

• Continuance of the State Board of Registration for Foresters until October 1, 2030.
• Preservation of enabling code sections 34-12-1 to 34-12-37 and the Board’s existence and functions.
• Legislature’s concurrence with the Sunset Committee’s recommendation to continue the Board.
• Effective date of June 1, 2026.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 12, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.

Subjects

Occupational Licensing Boards