This bill proposes updates to current statutes regarding the renewal processes for licenses and certifications issued by health profession regulatory boards and licensing authorities in Arizona. Under the new provisions, if a health board or licensing authority suspends the processing of renewal applications, all current licenses and certificates will be automatically extended throughout the suspension period. Additionally, the renewal fees for these licenses and certificates will be waived during this time.

The bill also clarifies the definition of "licensing authority" to include any agency, department, board, or commission that issues licenses, permits, certificates, or registrations, while explicitly excluding the Board of Certified Reporters and health boards from this definition. These changes aim to ensure that professionals can continue to operate without interruption during periods when renewal applications cannot be processed.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-3230.02
Senate Engrossed Version: 32-3230.02
Chaptered Version: 32-3230.02