House Bill No. [insert bill number] proposes to amend Section 39-8-202 of the Montana Code Annotated by eliminating the requirement for fingerprint background checks for applicants seeking licensure as professional employer organizations (PEOs). The bill introduces new language that requires applicants to provide specific information, such as trade names, taxpayer identification numbers, and addresses of business locations, while removing the previous stipulations regarding the submission of fingerprints and the associated criminal background checks. This change aims to streamline the application process for PEOs by reducing regulatory burdens.

Additionally, the bill maintains existing requirements for applicants, such as the need to demonstrate financial responsibility and good standing with the Secretary of State. It allows for the issuance of provisional licenses while applications are being processed and clarifies the conditions under which restricted licenses may be granted. Overall, the bill seeks to simplify the licensing process for PEOs in Montana by removing unnecessary background check requirements while still ensuring that applicants meet essential operational standards.

Statutes affected:
LC Text: 39-8-202
HB0254_1(1): 39-8-202
HB0254_1(2): 39-8-202
HB0254_1(3): 39-8-202
HB0254_1(4): 39-8-202
HB0254_1(5): 39-8-202
HB0254_1(6): 39-8-202
HB0254_1(7): 39-8-202
HB0254_1: 39-8-202