This bill pertains to the continuation and modification of the Alabama Board of Electrical Contractors' operations until October 1, 2025, as recommended by the Alabama Sunset Law. It includes amendments to Sections 34-36-7 and 34-36-16 of the Code of Alabama 1975. The bill introduces changes to the process of licensing electrical contractors and journeyman electricians, including the examination process and the recognition of licenses from other states with equivalent or higher standards. It also specifies that the board may adopt the National Electrical Code for examination purposes. Notably, the bill prohibits the issuance of new provisional electrical contractors licenses but allows for the renewal of existing ones, with the condition that the holder must have a valid local license or permit, which limits their practice to the geographical boundaries of the issuing county or municipality.

The bill also addresses legal consequences for violating the chapter regulating electrical contracting, classifying such violations as a Class A misdemeanor. It clarifies that individuals with a local license or permit are exempt from certain restrictions as long as they operate within the boundaries of the issuing authority. The bill has been enrolled and requires immediate implementation upon enactment. The legislative concurrence with the Sunset Committee's recommendations is affirmed in the bill, and it has passed both the Senate and the House of Representatives, with amendments as noted by the respective secretaries.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 34-36-7, 34-36-16
Enrolled: 34-36-7, 34-36-16