Bill > HB5233

This bill modifies the licensing requirements for social workers in Texas by adding a provision that allows applicants who pay an initial application or examination fee to retake the licensing exam as many times as necessary without paying additional fees. Specifically, the bill amends Section 505.354 of the Texas Occupations Code by introducing a new subsection (f) that ensures an applicant who has paid the first examination fee can retake the exam multiple times at no extra cost. This change applies to any applicant taking the social worker licensing examination on or after the bill's effective date of September 1, 2025. The provision aims to reduce financial barriers for social work license candidates by eliminating repeated examination fees, potentially making it easier for individuals to become licensed social workers in Texas.

Health and Social Services

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