On Mar. 1, WV LEG issued bill to waive certain initial licensing fees.
WV LEG issued bill HB5117, on waiver of initial licensing fees for certain individuals.
Amended WV LEG 30-1-23 to waive fees for low-income individuals, military families.
Bill Provisions
Measure provided that each board or licensing authority under the chapter shall waive all initial occupational licensing fees for low-income individuals and military families.
Individuals seeking a waiver of initial occupational licensing fees must apply to proper board or licensing authority in a format prescribed by the board or licensing authority.
Legislative History
On Jan. 25, 2024, bill was introduced in House; on Feb. 2, 2024, bill passed House.
On Feb. 5, 2024, bill was introduced in Senate; on Feb. 29, 2024, bill passed Senate.
On Mar. 1, 2024, House received Senate message, pending being sent to governor.
Effectiveness
If enacted, bill would become effective 90 days from Feb. 29 passage, May 29, 2024.
Mar. 26, 2024 Governor Approval
On Mar. 26, 2024, WV LEG notified governor approved HB 5117 re initial licensing fees.
Regulators
WV LEG
Entity Types
Corp
Reference
Bill, 3/26/2024; Bill, HB 5117, 3/1/2024; Citation: WV LEG 30-1-23;
