House Bill 30 Summary

• Revises certification requirements for shorthand reporters, clarifying that only individuals with valid temporary permits or regular certificates may use the title "certified shorthand reporter" or its abbreviations (C.S.R. or CSR).

• Changes the Certified Shorthand Reporters Board terminology from "shorthand court reporters association" to "Idaho court reporters association" in nominating procedures.

• Clarifies that individuals may only be issued one (1) temporary certified shorthand reporter permit, valid for one year and renewable for a single additional year upon showing of just cause.

• Removes the reinstatement fee provision (up to $100) for applications to reinstate revoked or suspended temporary permits or certificates.

• Removes the 120-day advance notice and 30-day application filing deadline requirements for examinations, while allowing permit holders to seek judicial review of board disciplinary actions.