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MO HB2649

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/7/2026

Primary Sponsor

Travis Wilson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Expands Missouri's professional license reciprocity to include the United Kingdom, in addition to other U.S. states, military branches, U.S. territories, and the District of Columbia
  • Applicants with valid licenses from the United Kingdom for at least one year may apply for equivalent Missouri licensure with examination, educational, and experience requirements waived
  • Oversight bodies must process standard applications within six months; applications from military or law enforcement spouses must be processed within 30 days
  • Reciprocity is denied for applicants with revoked licenses, pending investigations, disciplinary actions, criminal disqualifications, or licenses not in good standing
  • Excludes certain occupations under section 290.257 and electrical contractors licensed under sections 324.900 to 324.945

Legislative Description

Establishes licensure reciprocity for licenses issued by licensing authorities in the United Kingdom

Last Action

Public Hearing Completed (H)

2/18/2026

Committee Referrals

Professional Registration And Licensing2/12/2026

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