The bill amends the Public Health Code, specifically section 18114, to update the relicensure process for licensed professional counselors and limited licensed counselors in Michigan. It allows individuals to apply for relicensure within three years of their license expiration, provided they submit a completed application and pay the required fees. The bill also clarifies that applicants must ensure that any out-of-state licenses are verified for pending disciplinary actions or sanctions. Additionally, for those applying after three years, the bill introduces new requirements, including passing a relevant examination or demonstrating certification from recognized counseling boards.

Furthermore, the bill replaces gender-specific language, changing references from "his or her" to "the individual's" throughout the text. It also repeals section 18113 of the Public Health Code, which previously outlined requirements for professional disclosure statements, thereby streamlining the relicensure process. Overall, the amendments aim to simplify the relicensure process while ensuring that applicants meet necessary qualifications and standards.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 333.18114, 333.18113