The proposed bill, if enacted, would amend current statutes regarding the qualifications for professional registration with the Arizona State Board of Technical Registration (AZBTR). Specifically, it would clarify that applicants seeking registration through reciprocity or endorsement must hold a valid license, registration, or certification in the profession for which they are applying, issued by the appropriate authority of another state, territory, district, or possession of the United States. Additionally, it would require that applicants provide a valid record from the applicable profession's national council that certifies they meet the national council's requirements for certification, model law designation, or mutual recognition agreement.

Furthermore, the bill would modify the experience requirement for professional engineers by allowing applicants to qualify with a record from the national council verifying at least four years of experience, without the stipulation that this experience must occur after licensure, registration, or certification by another jurisdiction. This change aims to streamline the registration process and make it more accessible for qualified professionals seeking to practice in Arizona.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 32-122.03
House Engrossed Version: 32-122.03