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Missouri Senate gives preliminary approval to bill modifying professional licensing
Summary
The Missouri Senate gave preliminary approval to Senate Bill 61, sponsored by Senator Ben Brown of Washington, which would modify provisions relating to professional licensing. Sponsors said the measure is intended to help address the state's reported labor shortage. The bill now moves to the Missouri House for further consideration.
The Missouri Senate gave preliminary approval Monday to Senate Bill 61, a measure sponsored by Senator Ben Brown of Washington that would change provisions related to professional licensing.
Supporters said the bill is intended to address the state's labor shortage. Senator Brown told colleagues he previously has sponsored similar legislation and described professional licensing reform as a response to workforce challenges.
Senator Patty Lewis of Kansas City said she serves on the committee that heard the bill. The Senate's preliminary approval means that another affirmative vote would send the measure to the Missouri House of Representatives for consideration.
There are two months remaining in the 2025 regular legislative session, and senators noted they will begin spending more time on House bills in the coming weeks. The transcript did not include a roll-call tally or the text of the motion; staff or subsequent minutes may record the formal vote count and any amendments.
No final enactment or effective-date language was recorded in the discussion. The bill now awaits action by the House, where its provisions and any amendments will be debated.
