The bill amends Section 8-26B-30 of the Code of Alabama 1975, which pertains to the Alabama Athlete Agents Commission. A significant change is the authorization for the Secretary of State to designate an individual to serve on the commission in their place, replacing the previous requirement for the Secretary of State to serve personally. Additionally, the bill updates the language to reflect current standards, such as changing "persons" to "individuals" and removing the term "urban/rural" in favor of just "urban." The bill also clarifies that all appointed members must be U.S. citizens and Alabama residents, and it maintains the structure and responsibilities of the commission, including the appointment process and the terms of service for members.

Furthermore, the bill includes provisions for the commission's operational procedures, such as the requirement for members to take an oath, the Governor's authority to remove members, and the commission's ability to adopt rules and standards for athlete agents. It also stipulates compensation for commission members who are not reimbursed by public funds and confirms that the commission is subject to the Alabama Sunset Law, with a termination date set for October 1, 2019, and every four years thereafter unless continued. The act is set to become effective on June 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 8-26B-30
Enrolled: 8-26B-30