Maddy summaryThis bill amends Michigan's Skilled Trades Regulation Act to create a formal process for vacating disciplinary citations from the records of licensed individuals. It allows those who accept the terms of a citation to have it automatically removed from their public record if no further disciplinary action is taken within five years, while citations for missing continuing education are cleared after four years or immediately upon proof of completion. The legislation also permits individuals who contest a violation to trigger a standard administrative hearing process instead of accepting the citation's conditions. Additionally, once a citation is removed, the affected person may legally state that no such citation exists regarding that specific issue.
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Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new "emeritus" license for retired skilled tradespeople in Michigan who previously held a valid license in good standing. To qualify, individuals must apply to the department, confirm their retirement status, and sign a statement agreeing not to practice their trade again. While the license allows them to keep their professional title, it explicitly prevents them from working in the occupation or using any license-related terms without adding the word "emeritus."
Maddy summaryThis bill proposes to eliminate the Dentistry Task Force within Michigan's public health code. By repealing the specific section that established this task force, the legislation would remove the requirement for this advisory group to exist. Additionally, the bill clarifies that the terms for board members appointed under this part of the code expire four years after their appointment date. The changes directly affect the administrative structure of dental oversight by ending the task force's role while adjusting term expiration rules for related board members.
Maddy summarySenate Bill 1094 amends Michigan's Public Health Code to update the relicensure rules for licensed psychologists. The bill allows individuals holding a master's degree in psychology to apply for a limited license, provided they have at least one year of supervised postgraduate experience in a healthcare setting. These limited licenses can be renewed and include specific restrictions, such as requiring supervision by a fully licensed psychologist and prohibiting public advertising that suggests independent practice. Additionally, the bill clarifies how temporary licenses for students and those gaining experience count toward renewal requirements.
Maddy summaryThis bill allows retired professionals to obtain a special "emeritus" license from the state department. To qualify, an applicant must prove they were previously licensed, have retired from their profession, and agree not to practice again. While this license keeps their professional status active in the system, it does not permit them to work in their field. The law also requires anyone holding this emeritus license to clearly label it as such in all public displays and written materials to avoid confusion.
Maddy summarySB 1113 updates Michigan's rules for becoming a certified public accountant by clarifying education and experience requirements. To qualify, applicants must complete at least 150 semester credit hours in accounting and pass a standard examination, while the required work experience is set at one year for those with a baccalaureate degree or post-baccalaureate degree and two years for those with only 120 credit hours. The bill also defines which types of professional work count toward these experience requirements and excludes non-professional tasks like bookkeeping. Additionally, the law establishes criteria for out-of-state accountants to practice in Michigan without obtaining a local license if they hold a substantially equivalent credential from another jurisdiction.
Maddy summaryThis bill removes a specific requirement from Michigan's public health code that previously mandated professional disclosure statements for health counselors. By repealing section 18113, the legislation eliminates the obligation for these counselors to provide the stated disclosures to their clients. The bill does not take effect unless it is passed together with a companion bill, SB 1108.
Maddy summaryThis bill creates a new type of license called an emeritus license for retired health professionals in Michigan. To qualify, a retired individual must apply, prove their previous license was in good standing, and agree not to practice their profession again. If approved, the license allows the person to keep their professional title but does not permit them to work or provide medical services. The law also requires that anyone using this license must include the word "emeritus" next to their professional title in all written or printed materials.
Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's requirements for pharmacists and pharmacy technicians to renew their professional licenses. It mandates that pharmacists complete at least 30 hours of approved continuing education or pass a proficiency exam over a two-year period, while pharmacy technicians must complete at least 20 hours. A key provision requires that a portion of this training specifically covers pain and symptom management. Additionally, the bill allows licensees to fulfill all their continuing education hours through online or electronic courses, provided these programs meet state-approved standards.
Maddy summaryThis bill updates Michigan's occupational licensing laws to clarify how individuals must apply for professional licenses and registrations. It requires applicants to submit forms containing their full legal names and pay the required fees to the relevant state department. Additionally, the legislation mandates that all licenses and registrations have expiration dates, prohibiting the department from issuing any permanent credentials. These changes directly affect professionals seeking to practice regulated occupations in the state by standardizing application procedures and ensuring temporary status for all credentials.