Senate Bill 126 Alabama 2026 Session

Updated Feb 26, 2026

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Summary

Primary Sponsor: Robert L. StewartSenator
Democrat
Session: 2026 Regular Session
Title: Sunset law; Alabama Private Investigation Board continued until October 1, 2028
Summary: The bill would extend the Alabama Private Investigation Board's existence and regulatory authority until October 1, 2028, with an effective date of June 1, 2026.
What This Bill Does
It continues the Board and its authority to regulate private investigators under the current statutes (Sections 34-25B-1 to 34-25B-54) through October 1, 2028. It reflects Sunset Committee recommendations and requires implementation starting June 1, 2026.

Who It Affects
Private investigators and license applicants in Alabama who would be regulated by the Board
Consumers who hire private investigators and rely on state oversight for quality and accountability

Key Provisions
Section 1: Sunset Committee recommends continuing the Alabama Private Investigation Board until October 1, 2028.
Section 2: The Board's existence and operations under Sections 34-25B-1 to 34-25B-54 are continued until October 1, 2028, and those sections are preserved.
Section 3: Legislature concurs with the Sunset Committee recommendations (Sections 1 and 2).
Section 4: The act takes effect on June 1, 2026.

AI-generated summary using openai/gpt-5-nano on Feb 19, 2026. May contain errors — refer to the official bill text for accuracy.
Subjects: Occupational Licensing Boards