HF 1039 Summary

• Amends Minnesota Statutes section 149A.30, subdivision 1, to modify reciprocal licensure requirements for mortuary science practitioners from other states.

• Requires applicants to pass both the Minnesota state licensing examination and the National Board Examination administered by the International Conference of Funeral Service Examining Boards.

• Adds new documentation requirements including proof of educational qualifications or at least three years of licensed practice in another jurisdiction.

• Requires applicants to submit affidavits confirming no pending investigations, no restricted licenses in other jurisdictions, and completion of at least 25 services, 25 funeral arrangements, and 25 embalming cases.

• Requires applicants to submit documentation of completed continuing education hours within two years prior to applying for licensure.