A bill to amend 1980 PA 299, entitled “Occupational code,” (MCL 339.101 to 339.2677) by adding section 212a.
The proposed legislation mandates that, starting January 1, 2025, and by May 1 of each subsequent year, the Department must review the licensure or registration process for 25% of occupations and submit a detailed report to the Senate and House of Representatives. This report should include recommendations on whether the current processes should be modified or remain unchanged, assess the necessity, relevance, or redundancy of issuing licenses or registrations for specific occupations, and suggest if any should be eliminated. Additionally, the report must evaluate the fiscal impact of these processes on the Department and individuals, particularly noting any disproportionate effects on businesses of varying sizes, industries, or geographic areas within the state. It should also consider whether the licensing or registration requirements have led to wage loss, job loss, or job restrictions in high-need fields, as defined by the Futures for Frontliners program. The Department is required to complete the review of all occupations by May 1, 2028.
Co-sponsored by Reps.
Referred to the Committee on Government Operations
