The bill aims to extend the existence of the Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy until October 1, 2027, as recommended by the Sunset Committee. It amends Section 34-17A-6 of the Code of Alabama 1975, which includes changes to the composition and appointment process of the board. Notably, the term "citizens" is replaced with "residents," and the Governor is required to ensure that the board's membership reflects the racial, gender, geographic, urban, rural, and economic diversity of the state. Additionally, starting June 1, 2025, no two board members will be allowed to reside in the same congressional district.

The bill also outlines the appointment process for board members, stipulating that the Alabama Association for Marriage and Family Therapy will submit two qualified candidates for each position to the Governor, who will then appoint one member for a five-year term. The bill maintains provisions for filling vacancies, the eligibility of board members for reappointment, and the conditions under which a member may be removed from the board. 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
Enrolled: 34-17A-6, 34-17A-1, 34-17A-26