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HB 118

Sunset Law; State Board of Chiropractic Examiners continued without modification until October 1, 2029

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Matt Simpson

Alabama extends the State Board of Chiropractic Examiners' operating authority until October 1, 2029, maintaining current regulatory oversight of chiropractors without policy changes.

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Bill Summary · HB 118

Legislative bill overview

HB 118 extends the statutory sunset date for Alabama's State Board of Chiropractic Examiners from its previous expiration date to October 1, 2029. The board continues to operate under its existing rules and structures without substantive modifications. This is a routine legislative action to prevent the regulatory body from automatically dissolving.

Why is this important

Sunset laws require periodic legislative reauthorization of state agencies to ensure they remain necessary and effective. Without this extension, the chiropractic licensing board would cease to exist, halting all regulatory oversight of chiropractors in Alabama—including licensing, discipline, and consumer protection functions. This renewal allows the board to continue managing professional standards in the chiropractic field.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of substantive review: The bill continues the board "without modification," meaning no evaluation occurred regarding whether current regulations are effective or outdated
  • Limited transparency: Routine sunset extensions may not generate public input on whether the board's structure and operations serve consumers and practitioners adequately
  • Deferred accountability: Seven-year extensions defer meaningful legislative oversight, allowing potential regulatory inefficiencies to persist unchecked until the next sunset review

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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