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Committee advances bill to recognize out-of-state occupational licenses for new Arkansas residents
Summary
Senator Ricky Hill introduced a universal-recognition occupational-licensing bill to allow people who move to Arkansas (including military personnel) to work promptly in many licensed occupations while requiring Arkansas-specific requirements at renewal; the committee adopted a small wording amendment and advanced the bill after testimony from researchers and debate about consumer protection and reciprocity.
Senator Ricky Hill (District 11) presented legislation to the Senate State Agencies Committee that would provide recognition of occupational licenses issued by other states to people who move to Arkansas, excluding professional licenses such as doctors and lawyers. Hill said the goal is to reduce barriers for people who relocate to…
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