HB154 - Board of Hearing Instrument Dealers Summary

• Removes specific dollar amounts for licensing fees from statute and authorizes the Board of Hearing Instrument Dealers to establish all fees by administrative rule, with fees ranging from $25 to $1,000 per category.

• Requires apprentices to be under the direct supervision of a licensed dispenser (rather than just a hearing instrument aid dispenser or specialist).

• Clarifies reciprocity requirements by specifying that applicants licensed in other states must submit written proof of current licensure, equivalent qualifications, good standing status, verification of all licenses, and a current reciprocity agreement on file.

• Updates terminology throughout the chapter, replacing outdated terms like "fitter" with "hearing instrument aid specialist" and reflects adoption of international standardized test procedures.

• Increases board meeting frequency from once to twice per year and removes language restricting dealer licenses (which expired in 1996).