Bill > A05622

This bill modifies the requirements for becoming a licensed professional geologist in New York by allowing applicants to partially substitute educational requirements with practical experience. Specifically, applicants who file an application within two years of the law's effective date can demonstrate 12 years of practical work experience satisfactory to the department as an alternative to meeting the standard degree and experience requirements. The bill also allows the board to potentially accept each full year of geology study in lieu of up to two years of the required experience. Additionally, the bill updates terminology for the identification card, changing "intern geologist" to "geologist in training," and clarifies examination and identification card requirements. Applicants can now be admitted to the examination when they are within 20 credits of completing their bachelor's degree. The changes aim to provide more flexibility in professional licensure for geologists by recognizing the value of practical work experience alongside formal education.

Budget and Finance, Education

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5622