H770 - Freedom to Work/Occupational Licensing Board Reform. (SL 2019-91)

Overview: S.L. 2019-91 does the following:

• Requires administrative agencies, governmental officials, and courts in civil proceedings to consider Certificates of Relief favorably.
• Defines a "State agency licensing board."
• Clarifies standards for a licensing board's use of an applicant's criminal history in making determinations.
• Requires recognition by licensing boards of certain apprenticeship and training experiences.

This act became effective October 1, 2019, and applies to Certificates of Relief granted or applications for licensure submitted on or after that date.