Bill > S146

This bill aims to prevent discrimination on certain professional licensing and registration boards by ensuring diverse representation. Specifically, it amends existing laws to modify the composition of the State Examiners of Electricians, the Board of State Examiners of Plumbers and Gas Fitters, and the Board of Examiners of Sheet Metal Workers. For each of these boards, the bill mandates that the appointed members must represent all aspects of the industry, including individuals who are part of a collective bargaining agreement and those who are not, ensuring that no single group is excluded. The bill also clarifies the qualifications and experience required for various member roles on these boards, such as master electricians, journeyman plumbers, and gas fitters, and includes a public representative on each board. The intent is to create more balanced and inclusive boards that reflect the broader industry and public interests.