The bill amends Sections 22-51-8 and 22-51-9 of the Code of Alabama 1975, focusing on the governance structure of regional mental health authority boards. Key changes include the requirement for each board to have a minimum of nine members, with specific appointments from local governing bodies. The bill prohibits the corporation from imposing additional qualifications for board members beyond those established by the governing bodies and mandates that the board's composition reflect the diversity of the service area. It also introduces provisions for the appointment of local officials, such as sheriffs and judges of probate, to the executive committee, which is responsible for exercising the powers of the board.

Additionally, the bill outlines the meeting requirements for the board and the executive committee, specifying that the board must meet monthly and the complete board at least every six months if it has more than 16 members. It establishes that a quorum for conducting business will consist of one-third of the board members or a majority of the executive committee. The bill also emphasizes compliance with the Alabama Open Meetings Act for conducting meetings. The act is set to take effect on October 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 22-51-8, 22-51-9
Engrossed: 22-51-8, 22-51-9
Enrolled: 22-51-8, 22-51-9