The bill establishes the Universal Professional and Occupational Licensing Act of 2025 in West Virginia, mandating that all boards of examination or registration issue occupational or professional licenses, registrations, or certificates without examination to individuals who either establish residency in the state or are married to active-duty military personnel stationed in the state. To qualify, applicants must be currently licensed in another state at the same practice level, have their credentials in good standing, and meet several other criteria, including passing any required examinations in their previous state and not having a disqualifying criminal history.

Additionally, the bill allows boards to enter into reciprocity agreements with other states but prohibits issuing licenses to applicants who do not meet West Virginia's standards. It also specifies that applicants may be required to pass an examination on state laws if applicable. The act does not apply to legal practice licenses, certain federally overseen boards, or criminal history checks. All boards must track application data and report it quarterly to the Secretary of the Department of Commerce and legislative committees.

Statutes affected:
Introduced Version: 30-1-27
Committee Substitute: 30-1-27
Enrolled Committee Substitute: 30-1-27