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IN HB1221
Bill
Status
1/10/2017
Primary Sponsor
Thomas Washburne
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AI Summary
HB 1221 Summary
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Prohibits denial, revocation, or suspension of occupational licenses solely based on criminal conviction, but allows consideration of whether the applicant should be entrusted to serve the public in their profession.
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Licensed individuals must notify their board in writing within 90 days of any misdemeanor or felony conviction (except non-DUI traffic offenses), submitting a certified copy of the conviction order and letter of explanation.
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Boards, commissions, or committees may suspend, deny, or revoke licenses without attorney general investigation if an individual is convicted of specific drug-related felonies, sex crimes, or other enumerated offenses that currently affect their ability to perform professional duties.
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Allows license suspension or revocation for any felony with direct bearing on the practitioner's ability to practice competently or that demonstrates the practitioner is a threat or may cause harm to the public.
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Applies to offenses in other jurisdictions where elements are substantially similar to the enumerated Indiana offenses.
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Effective July 1, 2017.
Legislative Description
Occupational licensing and criminal conduct. Provides, subject to certain statutes, that a license, certification, permit, or certificate of registration (license) that an individual is required by law to hold to engage in a business, profession, or occupation may not be denied, revoked, or suspended solely because the applicant has been convicted of an offense. Provides that a license applicant's or holder's conviction may be considered to determine if the applicant or holder should currently be entrusted to serve the public in a specific capacity. Allows a board, commission, or committee to suspend, deny, or revoke a license issued under the
Last Action
First reading: referred to Committee on Employment, Labor and Pensions
1/10/2017