House Bill 610 Summary

• Removes provisions requiring collection agencies to designate a responsible person and instead allows agencies to operate without this specific requirement.

• Establishes that incomplete license applications are automatically deemed withdrawn and void if applicants fail to respond to written deficiency notices within 60 days, with notice delivered by mail, email, or electronic system.

• Changes license renewal deadline from March 15 to December 31 annually and allows reinstatement of expired licenses within 60 days if the applicant meets licensure requirements and pays a $50 reinstatement fee.

• Authorizes collection of certain fees including a $150 nonrefundable application fee and $100 renewal fee, and clarifies that attorney's fees and litigation costs must be reasonable and limited to actual services performed.

• Effective July 1, 2022, with emergency declaration included.