The bill in question extends the operation of the Alabama Behavior Analyst Licensing Board, which is part of the Division of Developmental Disabilities within the Department of Mental Health, until October 1, 2026. It amends Section 34-5A-3 of the Code of Alabama 1975, mandating that the Department of Mental Health provide the board with financial and legal services, office space, administrative assistance, information technology services, and office supplies. The bill also updates the composition of the board to be more inclusive and reflective of the state's diversity, and it outlines the board's responsibilities, such as investigating complaints, disciplining licensees, and establishing a special revenue fund for its operations. The bill is scheduled to take effect on June 1, 2024.

The legislative process for the bill, identified as SB131, has been completed, with its passage in both the Senate and the House of Representatives. The bill was introduced by Senator Barfoot, passed by the Senate on February 29, 2024, and by the House on April 30, 2024. The passage in the Senate was certified by Secretary Patrick Harris. However, without the specific text detailing the insertions or deletions to the current law, a comprehensive summary of the changes proposed by the bill cannot be provided. The summary is therefore limited to the procedural aspects of the bill's passage and its general intent.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 34-5A-3, 34-5A-3
Enrolled: 34-5A-3, 34-5A-3