ID H0705

Licensing authorities must establish procedures for efficient license renewal and limit annual continuing education hours to not exceed the average required in contiguous states.

Licensed professionals must receive flexibility in choosing courses, providers, and formats for continuing education credit.

Out-of-state residents holding equivalent licenses in their primary state are exempt from Idaho continuing education requirements if they meet their home state's requirements, except for Idaho-specific practice or law training.

Licensing authorities must grant waivers for active duty military service members, approve relevant education toward requirements, and seek education-based alternatives to discipline for first-time continuing education noncompliance.

Licensing authorities must review and modify administrative rules to comply with these provisions by July 1, 2025; the act takes effect July 1, 2024.