The bill, H.B. No. 5233, amends the Occupations Code regarding the examination process for social worker licensing in Texas. It introduces a new provision that allows applicants who have paid an application or examination fee to retake the examination without incurring an additional fee. This change enables applicants to retake the exam as many times as necessary until they pass, thereby reducing financial barriers associated with the licensing process.

The new language added to Section 505.354 specifies that the provision applies to any applicant taking the examination on or after the effective date of the Act, which is set for September 1, 2025. This amendment aims to facilitate access to the social work profession by allowing greater flexibility for applicants in their examination attempts.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: Occupations Code 505.354 (Occupations Code 505)