Bill > HB109

This bill extends the existence of the Alabama State Board of Podiatry until October 1, 2029, through the state's Sunset Law, which periodically reviews and reauthorizes state boards and agencies. The bill modifies the board's composition and appointment process, specifically requiring that starting June 1, 2025, board members must be appointed from each of Alabama's congressional districts. The bill also updates language around board member qualifications, maintaining requirements that members be U.S. citizens, Alabama residents over 25 years old, and have at least five years of continuous podiatry practice in the state. Additionally, the bill maintains a provision ensuring racial and gender diversity on the board, with a specific commitment to having at least one Black member at all times. Board members continue to be appointed by the Governor for five-year terms, with the Governor retaining the ability to remove members for various professional misconduct or performance issues. The legislation will take effect on June 1, 2025, and represents a routine continuation and minor modification of the state's podiatry regulatory board.

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