The bill aims to extend the existence of the Alabama Board of Athletic Trainers until October 1, 2027, in accordance with the Alabama Sunset Law. It includes amendments to Section 34-40-3.1 of the Code of Alabama 1975, which stipulate that the board's membership must reflect the state's racial, gender, geographic, rural, and economic diversity. Additionally, it mandates that each board member must be a resident of Alabama, replacing the previous requirement for members to be citizens of the state.

Furthermore, starting June 1, 2025, the appointment process for board members will change to ensure that one member is appointed from each congressional district in Alabama, with any remaining members being appointed at-large. The bill preserves the existing code sections related to the board while implementing these modifications to enhance representation and diversity within the board's composition. The act is set to take effect on June 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Engrossed: 34-40-3
Enrolled: 34-40-3