Bill
LC 1188
Overview: Bill Number: LC 1188, Title: Generally revise occupational licensing, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: November 11, 2024Purpose and Intent: The primary goa
Overview: Bill Number: LC 1188, Title: Generally revise occupational licensing, Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process, Introduced: November 11, 2024
Purpose and Intent: The primary goal of this bill is to reform the state's occupational licensing system to reduce barriers to employment and promote workforce development. It aims to streamline licensing requirements and increase reciprocity with other states.
Key Provisions:
- Require state agencies to review all occupational licenses and identify opportunities to reduce requirements
- Establish a process for automatic license recognition for applicants licensed in other states
- Prohibit state agencies from denying licenses based on criminal history, unless the conviction is directly related to the occupation
- Mandate that licensing boards provide a written justification for any license denials
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Individuals seeking to enter or change occupations would face fewer barriers to obtaining licenses
- Employers in licensed professions could have a larger pool of qualified applicants to hire from
- State licensing boards and agencies would need to adapt their processes to comply with the new requirements
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
This bill was introduced as a draft (LC 1188) but did not advance further in the legislative process, indicating it died in committee.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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