Bill > HB4914

This bill modifies the Michigan Occupational Code regarding the requirements for firms practicing architecture, professional engineering, or professional surveying. The key changes include reducing the requirement for licensed principals from two-thirds (2/3) to a majority (51%) of the firm's principals, and making some minor linguistic adjustments to the existing language. The bill requires firms to obtain departmental approval when a non-licensed principal is involved, mandates that firms report principal information upon department request, and maintains the existing requirement that each business location must have a person in responsible charge of the professional services being offered, with an exception for field offices that only review construction. The goal appears to be providing more flexibility for professional firms while maintaining oversight to ensure professional standards are met, by slightly loosening the licensing requirements while preserving the core regulatory framework that ensures professional competence and accountability.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4914