Ala. Code § 9-8A-15: Independence of Commission; Incorporation and Exercise of Powers; Alabama Administrative Procedure Act Inapplicable.

This chapter is intended to aid the state through the furtherance of the purposes of the chapter by providing an appropriate and independent instrumentality of the state with full and adequate powers to fulfill its functions. Except as expressly provided in this chapter, no proceeding, notice or approval shall be required for the incorporation of the commission, or the exercise of any of its powers by the commission. The provisions of the Alabama Administrative Procedure Act shall not be applicable to the commission or to the promulgation of its rules and regulations.