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SB 279·AL·senate

General Contractor Licensing Board; practice of general contracting, exemption expanded

EnactedFiled Feb 10, 2026
Sponsor: Clyde Chambliss (R)
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Enacted

Apr 9, 2026

Summary

The bill adds painting, janitorial, floor waxing, pressure washing, security system upkeep, lighting and filter replacement, and maintenance of existing plumbing, HVAC, and electrical systems to the exemptions from the general contractor licensing requirement. It also clarifies licensing rules for subcontractors and excludes swimming‑pool contractors from the exemptions, except when they work on their own property. The changes take effect on October 1, 2026.

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