The bill, known as SB126, aims to extend the existence and operations of the Alabama Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board until October 1, 2028, in accordance with the Alabama Sunset Law. The legislation reflects the recommendations of the Sunset Committee, which has determined that the board should continue its functions. The bill explicitly preserves the relevant code sections that establish the board, specifically Article 4 of Chapter 17 of Title 9 and Article 3A of Chapter 17 of Title 40 of the Code of Alabama 1975.
The bill includes the insertion of the phrase "Enrolled," at the beginning of the text and specifies that the act will take effect on June 1, 2024. There are no deletions from current law noted in the bill. The passage of this legislation indicates legislative support for the ongoing role of the Alabama Liquefied Petroleum Gas Board in regulating and overseeing the liquefied petroleum gas industry in the state.