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Senate approves bill waiving exam requirement for social worker licensure after heated debate
Summary
The Utah Senate passed first substitute House Bill 250 to remove a pre-licensure examination for social workers, 21–2. Supporters said the exam biased against some groups and blocked workforce entry; opponents argued it lowers standards and lacks sufficient data.
The Utah Senate on Feb. 23 passed first substitute House Bill 250, a measure that removes a specific examination requirement for social worker licensure while leaving existing education and supervised-hours requirements in place.
Sen. Curtis S. Bramble, the bill sponsor, said the change is meant to address a shortage of licensed social workers and remove barriers to licensure for candidates — including refugees and others who face language obstacles. "Waiving the exam requirement will…
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