Bill > HB4918

This bill amends the Michigan Occupational Code to modify the procedures for handling citations issued to licensed professionals. The bill clarifies the process for responding to a citation, where a respondent has 30 days to either accept the conditions or contest the alleged violation. If accepted, the citation will be placed in the person's department records, and if no further disciplinary actions are taken within 5 calendar years, the citation will be removed. The bill introduces new provisions specifically addressing citations for failing to complete continuing education: starting January 1, 2026, such citations will be automatically removed from a person's record after 3 years, or can be removed earlier if the person provides proof of completing the required continuing education. Additionally, the bill allows a person whose citation has been removed to state that no citation exists regarding the subject matter. The changes aim to provide a more transparent and fair process for handling professional licensing citations, with a particular focus on making continuing education violations less permanently impactful on a professional's record.

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4918