Alabama HB69 revises water well driller licensing, introducing two license types, increasing fees, and establishing a two-year licensure period.

Alabama HB69 amends the licensing requirements for water well drillers, introducing an unrestricted license for general drilling and repair activities and a restricted license for specific tasks. The bill increases the licensing fees, with an unrestricted license costing $1,000 and a restricted license costing $500. It also mandates a two-year licensure period starting October 1, 2026. Additionally, the bill requires licensees to complete eight hours of continuing education annually to renew their licenses.

Alabama HB69 revises water well driller licensing, introducing two license types, increasing fees, and establishing a two-year licensure period.

Alabama HB69 amends the licensing requirements for water well drillers, introducing an unrestricted license for general drilling and repair activities and a restricted license for specific tasks. The bill increases the licensing fees, with an unrestricted license costing $1,000 and a restricted license costing $500. It also mandates a two-year licensure period starting October 1, 2026. Additionally, the bill requires licensees to complete eight hours of continuing education annually to renew their licenses.