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OK SB1891
OK SB1891Occupations and professions; creating the Universal Occupational Licensing Recognition Act. Effective date.
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Introduced
02/03/2020
02/03/2020
In Committee
02/26/2020
02/26/2020
Crossed Over
03/12/2020
03/12/2020
Passed
Dead
05/29/2020
05/29/2020
Introduced Session
2020 Regular Session
Bill Summary
An Act relating to occupations and professions; creating the Universal Occupational License Recognition Act; providing short title; providing for recognition of certain occupational licenses and certifications for certain persons; providing criteria for issuing certain licenses; recognizing disqualifying criminal history for certain licensure or certifications; allowing state-to-state reciprocal agreements; prohibiting licensure under certain conditions; permitting examination for licensure; requiring Oklahoma licensing laws and jurisdiction to apply to reciprocal licenses; excepting certain provisions for reciprocal licensure; stating fingerprint clearance and interstate compact requirements; defining term; recognizing certain out- of-state work experience for certain purpose; recognizing certain private certification for certain purpose; requiring periodic review of all licenses by regulating entity; stating minimum review period; stating criteria for review; providing for codification; and providing an effective date. AUTHORS: Add the following House Coauthors: Lepak, Roe and Fugate AMENDMENT NO. 1. Delete the title, enacting clause and entire bill and replace with: "An Act relating to professions and occupations; creating the Universal Licensing Recognition Act; providing for issuance of licenses for certain applicants; defining term; providing for qualifications for reciprocity; allowing regulating entities to enter into certain agreements; subjecting licensed individuals to certain jurisdiction; stating validity of licensure; prohibiting licensure reciprocity unless authorized by regulating entity; providing exceptions to licensing qualifications; providing for residency requirements; providing for issuance of license under certain circumstances; disallowing licensure unless certain standards are met; providing for construing of act; establishing procedures for review of licenses; providing for reporting requirements; providing for codification; and providing an effective date.
AI Summary
This bill creates the Universal Licensing Recognition Act, which provides a process for individuals moving to Oklahoma to obtain occupational or professional licenses if they hold a valid license in another state with similar requirements. The bill outlines specific criteria for issuance of these reciprocal licenses, such as requiring at least one year of licensure in another state, passing any necessary exams, and demonstrating good standing. It also prohibits licensing reciprocity under certain conditions, such as if the applicant has a disqualifying criminal history. The bill further requires periodic review of all occupational and professional licenses in the state to ensure they are necessary and use the least restrictive regulations to protect public health and safety.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance, Business and Industry
Sponsors (7)
Adam Pugh (R)*,
Kevin Wallace (R)*,
Mark Allen (R),
Micheal Bergstrom (R),
Andy Fugate (D),
Mark Lepak (R),
Cindy Roe (R),
Last Action
HAs read (on 05/15/2020)
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