Bill > SB269

This bill, the Relating to Universal Recognition of Occupational Licenses Act, establishes a framework for West Virginia to recognize occupational licenses or other authorization to practice from other states. Key provisions of the bill include: - Requiring West Virginia boards to issue an occupational license or other authorization to practice to a person who holds a valid license or authorization in another state, if they meet certain criteria such as having held the license for at least one year and not having a disqualifying criminal record. - Allowing people with work experience in an occupation in a state that does not require a license to obtain a license in West Virginia if the occupation has a similar scope of practice. - Allowing people with a private certification and work experience in an occupation in a state without a license to obtain a license in West Virginia. - Establishing timelines for boards to make decisions on applications and allowing for appeals of board decisions. - Preempting local governments from regulating occupational licenses and other authorizations to practice. The bill aims to make it easier for workers licensed in other states to obtain a license in West Virginia, increasing labor mobility and access to services across state lines.

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