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LC 3627

Generally revise professions and occupations laws

2025 Regular Session

LC 3627 - Generally Revise Professions and Occupations Laws OverviewBill Number: LC 3627 Title: Generally Revise Professions and Occupations Laws Status: (LC) Draft Died in Proce

(LC) Draft Died in Process
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Bill Summary · LC 3627

LC 3627 - Generally Revise Professions and Occupations Laws

Overview

Bill Number: LC 3627
Title: Generally Revise Professions and Occupations Laws
Status: (LC) Draft Died in Process
Introduced: December 14, 2024

Purpose and Intent

This draft legislation aims to comprehensively review and update the state's laws governing various professions and occupations. The primary goal is to streamline regulations, remove outdated or redundant requirements, and ensure the state's regulatory framework keeps pace with evolving industry practices and workforce needs.

Key Provisions

  • Establishes a Professions and Occupations Review Commission to conduct a thorough audit of existing laws and regulations
  • Grants the Commission authority to recommend changes, including:
    • Eliminating unnecessary licensing or certification requirements
    • Updating educational and training standards
    • Improving license portability and reciprocity between states
    • Enhancing online application and renewal processes
  • Requires the Commission to solicit public input and stakeholder feedback throughout the review process
  • Directs the Commission to submit a comprehensive report with reform recommendations to the legislature within 18 months

Affected Parties and Impacts

This bill would impact a wide range of licensed professions and occupations in the state, including:
- Healthcare providers (doctors, nurses, pharmacists, etc.)
- Skilled trades (electricians, plumbers, contractors, etc.)
- Business and financial services (accountants, realtors, financial advisors, etc.)
- Education and childcare professionals
- Various other licensed occupations

The proposed reforms aim to reduce regulatory burdens, increase workforce mobility, and align licensing requirements with evolving industry needs. This could expand employment opportunities, improve consumer access to services, and foster greater economic competitiveness.

Procedural and Timeline Considerations

This bill is currently in the draft (LC) stage and has not yet been formally introduced in the legislature. If enacted, the Professions and Occupations Review Commission would have 18 months to complete its comprehensive review and submit reform recommendations. Any subsequent legislative changes would then need to go through the normal bill consideration process.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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