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Committee Hears Bill to Allow Online Continuing Education for Licensed Workers
Summary
Representative Linting told the committee HB 4895 would allow continuing education to be completed online for occupational licensees, citing cost and access barriers created by mandatory in‑person CE; the department supported the language and said no new rules would be required.
House Bill 4895, presented by Representative Linting, would permit licensed professionals to complete continuing education (CE) requirements online rather than requiring in‑person attendance.
"The requirement that continuing education must be completed in person makes it harder for workers to earn a living," Linting said, noting burdens on rural residents and those juggling multiple jobs or child care. She told the committee the department had been cooperative in drafting the language and that the bill would not require additional rulemaking. Representative Martin asked whether in‑person CE providers might lose business; Linting said she would look into potential economic impacts but emphasized the bill preserves the option for in‑person training for those who prefer it.
No committee action was taken at this hearing; the bill remains at the committee stage.
