MS HB1425

Creates the Occupational Licensing Review Commission composed of the Governor (chair), Secretary of State (secretary), and Attorney General to provide active supervision of occupational licensing boards controlled by active market participants.

Establishes state policy requiring occupational licensing boards to use the least restrictive regulation necessary to protect consumers from significant harms threatening public health and safety, while promoting economic opportunities and competition.

Requires occupational licensing boards to submit proposed occupational regulations to the Commission for approval, disapproval, or suggested amendment before filing with the Secretary of State or becoming effective.

Defines "least restrictive regulation" on a scale from market competition (least restrictive) to occupational licenses (most restrictive), including intermediate options such as registration, certification, bonding, and inspection.

Does not apply to occupational licensing boards not controlled by active market participants and does not extend Commission supervision to individual disciplinary actions taken by boards; effective July 1, 2017.