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Introduced
02/07/2025
02/07/2025
In Committee
02/18/2025
02/18/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Creates the Professional Licensure Apprenticeship Recognition Act. Provides that the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation shall grant a license to any applicant who has: (1) completed a qualifying licensure apprenticeship program; (2) passed any examination required by the applicable licensing Act; (3) paid any applicable fees; and (4) met any other criteria unrelated to training and education requirements under the licensing Act. Sets forth provisions concerning the denial of an apprenticeship program, the determination of a passing score on a licensing examination, and licensing fees. Provides that the Department may work with relevant agencies, including the State Board of Education, the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, and the Department of Employment Security, to ensure that licensure apprenticeship programs that qualify under the Act are available and known to secondary and postsecondary students. Provides that the Department may consider licensure apprenticeship programs for professions that do not have a corresponding licensing Act as a path to licensure if, in the discretion of the Department, apprenticeship is appropriate. Provides that the Department shall not exempt a license obtained pursuant to the Act from any continuing training or education requirements required for license holders under the licensing Act to maintain or renew an existing license. Effective January 1, 2026.
AI Summary
This bill establishes the Professional Licensure Apprenticeship Recognition Act, which creates a new pathway for obtaining professional licenses through apprenticeship programs. The bill requires the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation to grant a license to applicants who have completed a qualifying licensure apprenticeship program, passed any required examination, paid applicable fees, and met other non-training related criteria. If an apprenticeship program is denied, the department must provide a written explanation. The passing score and licensing fees for apprenticeship program participants will be the same as those for traditional applicants, and the department cannot increase education or training requirements for apprenticeship program graduates. The bill also allows the department to collaborate with other state agencies to promote awareness of these apprenticeship programs among students and potentially develop apprenticeship paths for professions without existing licensing frameworks. Importantly, licenses obtained through this program will still be subject to the same continuing education requirements as traditionally licensed professionals. The act is set to take effect on January 1, 2026, and aims to provide an alternative route to professional licensure that recognizes the value of on-the-job learning and training.
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Travis Weaver (on 03/03/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=3533&GAID=18&DocTypeID=HB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/HB/10400HB3533.htm |
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