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GA HB68

GA HB68
Professions and businesses; certain military certifications; extend time to qualify


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Introduced
01/12/2021
In Committee
03/23/2021
Crossed Over
02/23/2021
Passed
Dead
04/04/2022

Introduced Session

2021-2022 Regular Session

Bill Summary

AN ACT To amend Title 43 of the Official Code of Georgia Annotated, relating to professions and businesses, so as to provide for individuals who move to the state and establish residency to obtain a license by endorsement to practice certain professions and occupations in this state; to provide for requirements; to authorize the Georgia Board of Nursing to require the collection of certain workforce data; to provide for related matters; to provide for an effective date; to repeal conflicting laws; and for other purposes.

AI Summary

This bill amends Georgia's laws on professions and businesses to provide for individuals who move to the state and establish residency to obtain a license by endorsement to practice certain professions and occupations. It also authorizes the Georgia Board of Nursing to require the collection of certain workforce data when issuing and renewing licenses. The bill aims to make it easier for military spouses and other individuals who move to Georgia to continue their professions by recognizing licenses from other states, as long as the training and experience requirements are substantially similar. It also clarifies that the state's licensing compacts and verification requirements under existing law still apply.

Committee Categories

Business and Industry, Military Affairs and Security

Sponsors (7)

Last Action

House Disagreed Senate Amend or Sub (on 03/31/2021)

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