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IN HB1285
Bill
Status
1/13/2015
Primary Sponsor
Charles Burton
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AI Summary
HB 1285 Summary
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Establishes a new chapter (IC 25-1-18) creating a registry for private certifying organizations and individuals with private certification under state oversight by the Indiana Professional Licensing Agency.
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Requires private certifying organizations seeking approval to meet seven criteria including publishing scope of practice, requiring personal qualifications and examinations, verifying credentials, maintaining a code of conduct, and certifying at least 50 individuals.
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Mandates the agency hold a public hearing after receiving a completed application to determine if the organization meets requirements and if certified individuals will engage in lawful occupations.
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Allows registered individuals to use the title "state certified" for a 2-year registration period, with registered organizations receiving 5-year certification periods requiring renewal.
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Prohibits unregistered individuals from using the term "state certified" or similar designations, with violations constituting Class B infractions or Class A infractions if knowing or intentional.
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Effective July 1, 2015.
Legislative Description
Private certifying organizations. Establishes a procedure for individuals to apply to the professional licensing agency (agency) to allow qualified individuals to become state certified and be placed on the electronic registry of professions. Requires a private certifying organization be certified by the agency. Prohibits an individual who is not state certified from using the title "state certified".
Last Action
Authored by Representative Burton
1/13/2015