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Proposal to remove two‑thirds licensed‑owner rule for architecture firms raises safety and competition questions
Summary
Representative Altman proposed removing the two‑thirds licensed‑owner requirement for architecture, engineering and surveying firms; supporters say licensed professionals would still sign and seal projects, while committee members raised concerns about potential managerial pressure and safety oversight.
Representative Altman introduced House Bill 49‑14, which would eliminate the statutory requirement that two‑thirds of a firm's principals be licensed architects, engineers or surveyors. Altman said the provision is an outdated ownership ratio that makes Michigan an outlier in the Great Lakes region and that removing it would promote competition and the formation of new firms.
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