Bill > H0107

This bill amends Idaho's occupational licensing laws to streamline and reform professional licensing practices. It establishes that no new occupational licenses can be created through administrative rules without explicit statutory authorization, and requires all licensing fees to be set in statute or rule by July 1, 2026. The bill introduces a "universal occupational licensing practice authority" that allows licensed professionals to perform acts consistent with their education, training, and experience, as long as those acts are not expressly prohibited by Idaho law and meet the accepted standard of care for their profession. It expands the definition of "licensure" to include certifications and provides clear guidelines for licensing authorities to review and modify their administrative rules. The bill also mandates that licensing authorities report to the legislature by January 1, 2026, detailing their compliance with the new provisions and identifying any profession-specific endorsement and reciprocity statutes that need modification. Additionally, the bill includes definitions for terms like "military," "veteran," and "honorable conditions," and provides licensing boards with the authority to pursue disciplinary action against professionals who fail to meet professional standards. The legislation is set to take effect on July 1, 2025, with an emergency clause.

Business and Industry, Health and Social Services

Health and Welfare Committee (H)

https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2025/legislation/H0107/