Bill > H0479

This bill amends existing law to revise licensing and registration requirements for electrical contractors and journeymen. Key provisions include: - Updating references to the National Electrical Code and requiring the Idaho Electrical Board to adopt it. - Clarifying that the state has exclusive jurisdiction over the licensing and registration of electrical contractors, journeymen, master electricians, specialty electricians, and apprentice electricians, with no additional local licensing or fees allowed. - Defining new categories like "master electrician," "specialty electrician," and "electrical facility employer account" and specifying their requirements. - Allowing the administrator to issue electrical permits, conduct inspections, and de-energize unsafe installations. - Revising the duration and renewal process for various licenses and registrations. - Maintaining certain exemptions from licensing requirements, such for property owners, maintenance electricians, and HVAC/plumbing professionals working within limited scopes.

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https://legislature.idaho.gov/sessioninfo/2018/legislation/H0479/