The bill SB101 Enrolled amends the Code of Alabama 1975, specifically updating the provisions concerning the Board of Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Contractors. It removes the term "apprentice" from the definitions, allows contractors to perform incidental electrical work, and revises advertising requirements for certified contractors. The bill also introduces a registration system for individuals testing duct air tightness, including training, fees, and renewal processes. It adjusts the maximum performance bond amount to $25,000, removes apprentice registration fees, and changes examination eligibility requirements. Local entities are prohibited from imposing additional testing on certified contractors, and penalties are outlined for operating without certification.

The bill also redefines the term "person" as "individual" in the context of certificate renewal and allows the board to require retesting for certification. It restructures the provisions for reprimanding contractors, including the reinstatement of the board's authority to revoke or suspend certification for substandard work or violations. Administrative fines for serious violations can reach up to $2,000 per violation, and the bill clarifies the cease and desist order process. Individuals may be barred from obtaining a license for up to a year for non-compliance, and the appeals process is updated to align with the Alabama Administrative Procedure Act. Judicial reviews must be filed in the Circuit Court of Montgomery County, Alabama, and the act will become effective on October 1, 2024.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 34-31-18, 34-31-24, 34-31-25, 34-31-28, 34-31-30, 34-31-32, 34-31-34
Enrolled: 34-31-18, 34-31-24, 34-31-25, 34-31-28, 34-31-30, 34-31-32, 34-31-34