An act relating to professional licensure and immigration status

This bill allows individuals in Vermont to apply for professional licenses or certifications regardless of their immigration status, affecting people seeking work in regulated professions. The law requires applicants to provide a federal employer identification number, individual taxpayer identification number, or Social Security number, though a Social Security number is only mandatory if federal law or an interstate compact requires it. The legislation authorizes the state to issue licenses based on meeting professional standards without considering immigration status, effective September 1, 2024.