The bill amends the Occupational Code of Michigan, specifically section 2004, to update the licensing requirements for architects, professional engineers, and professional surveyors. For architects, the bill specifies that an individual must provide evidence of a first professional degree in architecture or its equivalent, pass a qualifying examination, demonstrate good moral character, and document professional experience in architectural work. Similarly, for professional engineers, the bill requires not less than 8 years of professional experience (including up to 5 years of education), a baccalaureate degree in engineering or its equivalent, passing relevant examinations, and good moral character.

For professional surveyors, the bill also mandates not less than 8 years of professional experience in surveying (including up to 5 years of education), completion of a degree in professional surveying or a related field, passing the necessary examinations, and good moral character. The language changes throughout the section emphasize the need for individuals to meet specific criteria to obtain their licenses, replacing phrases like "In order" with "An individual shall meet all of the following" to clarify the requirements.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 339.2004