Bill > HB480

This bill proposes a minor language update to Kentucky Revised Statute (KRS) 335.030, which governs professional social work licensing. Specifically, the bill aims to make the existing statute's language gender-neutral by replacing male-specific pronouns ("he", "himself") with gender-inclusive phrases ("he or she", "himself or herself"). The modification ensures that the law's provisions about social work licensing apply equally to all individuals, regardless of gender. The changes do not alter the substantive requirements for social work licensing but instead focus on creating more inclusive and contemporary legislative language. The bill would require that no person can engage in social work practice or use professional titles like "Certified Social Worker," "Licensed Social Worker," or "Licensed Clinical Social Worker" unless they are properly licensed according to the existing regulations in Kentucky Revised Statutes.

Labor and Employment

https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/25RS/hb480.html