The bill aims to extend the existence of the Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy until October 1, 2027, in accordance with the Alabama Sunset Law. It includes amendments to Section 34-17A-6 of the Code of Alabama 1975, which stipulate that board members must be residents of the state rather than just citizens. Additionally, the Governor is required to ensure that the board's membership reflects a broader diversity, including racial, gender, geographic, urban, rural, and economic factors. Starting June 1, 2025, the bill mandates that no two board members can reside in the same congressional district.

The bill also outlines the appointment process for board members, which involves the Alabama Association for Marriage and Family Therapy submitting two qualified candidates for each position to the Governor. The Governor will then appoint one member from these candidates for a five-year term. Furthermore, it establishes conditions under which board members can be removed and emphasizes that they cannot participate in matters where they have a conflict of interest. The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 34-17A-1, 34-17A-26
Engrossed: 34-17A-6, 34-17A-1, 34-17A-26