The bill amends the Occupational Code of Michigan by adding a new section, Sec. 216, which allows the Department to issue a license or registration for an occupation without requiring an examination, provided the applicant meets specific criteria. These criteria include holding a valid license from an equivalent authority in another state, maintaining good standing for at least one year, and having met the educational and experience requirements of that state. Additionally, the applicant must not have any disciplinary actions or investigations pending in any state or foreign country, and must pay all applicable fees.

The bill also clarifies that the Department retains the authority to issue temporary licenses and that if an examination on state-specific laws is required, the applicant may need to pass that examination before receiving a license. Furthermore, the new section stipulates that the Department must make a decision on the application within 90 days of receiving a completed application. However, it specifies that this section does not apply to licenses issued under interstate licensing compacts.

Statutes affected:
House Introduced Bill: 339.101, 339.2677