Alabama Plumbers and Gas Fitters Examining Board

The meeting included discussions and decisions on several key items. The board reviewed requests for approval to take the Journeyman Plumber and Gas Fitter exams based on verifiable experience. They also reviewed the April 30, 2023, financial statement and accepted the report given by the Investigative Committee, including closing several cases. Additionally, the board approved the waiver of annual fees and penalties for several licensees. The board discussed and approved a yearly 5% pay increase for James Morgan.

The meeting included discussion and decisions on several key items. The board reviewed requests for approval to take the Journeyman Plumber Exam and Journeyman Plumber/Gas Fitter Exam based on verifiable experience. A review of the October 31, 2022, financial statement was conducted. The Investigative Committee presented its report, detailing the review of cases, opening of new cases with probable cause, and closing of consumer complaints and licensed contractor cases. The board also discussed and approved proposed rule changes related to registration as a Principal Master Plumber and Principal Master Gas Fitter.

The meeting included a roll call and declaration of quorum, followed by a statement of compliance with the Alabama Open Meetings Act. The board reviewed and moved to advertise proposed rule 720-X-11-.02 regarding work permitted by Apprentice Plumber/Gas Fitters performing gas work.

The meeting included discussions and decisions on several key issues. Amendments to H8336 were presented and approved to move forward. Clarification was sought and granted regarding the eligibility of students enrolled in a training program prior to its approval for a one-year reduction in the required apprenticeship. Several individuals' requests to take the Journeyman Plumber Exam based on verifiable experience were reviewed, with some approved and one denied due to lack of verifiable experience. Additionally, a request to reinstate a Master Plumber Gas Fitter certification was approved contingent upon payment of all fees. The board also reviewed the January 31, 2022, financial statement, accepted the report from the Investigative Committee, and approved the waiver of annual fees and penalties for several licensees. Lastly, a yearly pay increase for Kimberly Holifield was discussed and approved.

The meeting included a review of the November 17, 2022 board meeting minutes and the January 31, 2023 financial statement. The board discussed and approved the Southland Training Solutions, LLC apprenticeship training program. They reviewed and approved multiple requests for individuals to take the Journeyman Plumber and Gas Fitter Exams based on verifiable experience. The Investigative Committee presented its report, including the opening of new licensed and unlicensed contractor cases and the closing of consumer complaints. The board also approved the waiver of annual fees and penalties for several licensees and discussed a yearly 5% increase for Kimberly Holifield.