State Board of Genetic Counseling; exempted from Alabama Open Meetings Act for electronic meeting participation

HB 293 would exempt the State Board of Genetic Counseling from Alabama's Open Meetings Act restrictions on electronic participation, allowing all board members to join regular meetings via phone or video instead of requiring in-person attendance. This change applies to all routine board meetings but does not affect disciplinary proceedings, which must still be held in person. The bill directly affects the State Board of Genetic Counseling, which oversees the licensing and regulation of genetic counselors in Alabama. The exemption aims to streamline board operations by making remote participation easier for members.