Bill > HB458

This bill, titled the Universal Recognition of Occupational Licenses Act, aims to streamline the process for individuals to obtain occupational licenses or government certifications in Kentucky. It allows individuals, including military personnel and their spouses, who hold a valid license or certification in another state or jurisdiction with a similar scope of practice, and who have held it for at least one year, to be granted a Kentucky license or certification without needing to re-meet all initial requirements, provided they meet certain criteria such as having no disqualifying criminal record or pending investigations for misconduct. The bill also permits licensure based on work experience in jurisdictions that don't require licensing, and mandates that licensing boards provide a decision on applications within thirty days, with an avenue for appeal. Importantly, this act preempts conflicting local regulations and establishes that licenses obtained under this act are valid only within Kentucky, though it does not prevent individuals from applying through existing channels.

Labor and Employment

https://apps.legislature.ky.gov/record/26RS/hb458.html