HB 117 continues the Alabama Board of Examiners in Marriage and Family Therapy, an agency responsible for licensing and regulating marriage and family therapists, until October 1, 2027. The bill modifies the board's composition requirements. Specifically, it mandates that, beginning June 1, 2025, when new members are appointed, no two board members shall reside in the same congressional district. This change aims to ensure a broader geographic distribution among the board's five members.
HB 119 continues the existence and functioning of the Alabama Licensure Board for Interpreters and Transliterators until October 1, 2027. This directly affects the board and the professionals it regulates in Alabama. The bill also modifies the board's composition by requiring that, as terms expire starting June 1, 2025, one board member must reside in and be appointed from each congressional district, with other members appointed from the state at-large. This ensures the board's continued operation with updated geographic representation.
This bill, HB 130, continues the Alabama Board of Licensure for Professional Geologists, which is responsible for administering and enforcing the licensing of professional geologists in the state. It extends the board's existence and operations until October 1, 2027, under the Alabama Sunset Law. A key modification requires that, commencing June 1, 2025, one board member must reside in and be appointed from each congressional district in Alabama as terms expire.
HB 120 extends the existence and operations of the State Board of Genetic Counseling until October 1, 2027. This bill directly affects the board responsible for regulating genetic counseling in Alabama. A key change is the modification of board member appointments, requiring that one member resides in and is appointed from each congressional district in the state, with any additional members appointed from the state at-large, commencing June 1, 2025.
SJR 57 is a commemorative resolution that officially recognizes the 70th Anniversary of the nationwide polio eradication campaign, which began in 1955. It salutes the scientists, physicians, public health personnel, and parents who contributed to this historic public health achievement.
HJR 186 is a resolution that proclaims April 18, 2025, as "Two Lights for Tomorrow Day" in Alabama. This day is intended to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the events of April 18, 1775, including Paul Revere's ride and the "two lanterns" signal, as a symbol of American vigilance and unity. The resolution endorses a national initiative encouraging the display of two lights in public spaces on this date.
SJR 55 is a resolution that commends Charles C. Anderson for earning the Business Alabama Lifetime Achievement Award in 2025. It recognizes his significant contributions to business in Alabama, particularly his role in growing Anderson News Company into multiple successful entities like Books-A-Million.
HJR 185 is a resolution to name a one-mile segment of U.S. Highway 231 in Pike County, Alabama, as the "James T. Ramage III Highway." This designation honors James T. Ramage III for his extensive public service and contributions to his community.
HJR 187 is a resolution that recognizes the Bay Frog Open and the Uncommon Grit Foundation for their efforts in supporting military veterans, first responders, and their families. It also commends retired Navy SEAL Lieutenant Commander Richard Clifford for his dedication and contributions to military veteran organizations, particularly his support for the Uncommon Grit Foundation.
SJR 58 is a resolution by the Alabama Legislature that acknowledges and congratulates the Alabama Grocers Association on its 35th anniversary. It recognizes the association's role as a professional trade organization within the state's food distribution industry.
SJR 56 is a commemorative resolution that officially recognizes April 8, 2025, as Scouting America Day in Alabama. It commends the Scouting America councils serving the state for their work in preparing young people for adulthood and citizenship.
HJR 203 is a resolution that officially recognizes April 8, 2025, as Scouting America Day in Alabama. It commends the Scouting America councils in the state for their work in preparing young people.
