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Universal Licensing: A Closer Look
Categories: VideosExperts weigh in on the concept of universal licensing, which proposes that a license obtained in one jurisdiction should be valid in any other jurisdiction. While it may seem like a good idea on the surface, the implementation of this policy is complicated and could compromise public protection. State lawmakers should carefully consider the impact…
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Interstate Practice: Common Pitfalls & How To Get It Right
Categories: VideosInterstate practice refers to the ability of professionals to practice across state lines. In this video, licensing experts share examples of how states can responsibly accomplish flexibility and mobility. Lawmakers should consider this guidance as they work to achieve interstate practice for a broader mix of professions and occupations.
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The “Three E’s” Explained
Categories: VideosThe Three E’s – Education, Experience, and Examination – form the bedrock of professional licensing in the United States. These three essential components ensure practitioners possess the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities to protect the public and the environment.
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Floridians Are Right to Demand Rigorous Licensing
Categories: NewsFloridians Right to Demand Rigorous Professional Licensing By: Christopher Sharek, President, ASCE Florida Section Tallahassee Democrat A recent article in the Democrat, Deregulate it? Florida lawmakers aim to boost employment by cutting licensing requirements (Feb. 7, 2020), described efforts by some state legislators to weaken or eliminate licensing requirements for Florida professions. While lowering barriers…
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The Case for Responsible Professional Licensing
Categories: NewsLet’s start by saying the quiet part out loud: There are differences between us. We represent different political parties in the Illinois House of Representatives. We live in different parts of our state. But in these polarized times, we think it is important to look deeper and notice our similarities. As legislators, we both seek…
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The Dangerous Push to Downgrade Professional Licensing
Categories: NewsAs governors and state legislators work to boost the economy in the face of inflation, supply-chain disruptions and lingering challenges from the coronavirus pandemic, the issue of licensing reform is once again coming to the fore. It is disappointing but not surprising that a small but vocal group of hardliners, backed by wealthy and powerful…
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Smart Licensing Will Protect Infrastructure in West Virginia
Categories: NewsAs West Virginia prepares to spend billions of dollars in new federal infrastructure funds, citizens of our state must have faith in the integrity of these new construction projects. The best way to ensure this important public confidence is to make sure the people behind the projects have rigorous training and qualifications. The truth is,…
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Downgrading Licensing Will Weaken Consumer Protections
Categories: NewsWith the recent enactment of the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, engineers and surveyors will be called upon to work with similar professionals to improve the physical infrastructure in our country. They will work to improve the safety of the roads we drive, the bridges we cross, the water we drink, and countless other areas…
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The Problem With One-Size-Fits-All ‘Universal Licensing’
Categories: NewsMaking it easier for professionals to practice across state lines is appealing, but if it isn’t done right, it can endanger the public’s health and safety. As states move toward reopening and more Americans are vaccinated, policymakers across the country are prioritizing a quick economic recovery. The latest trend among state lawmakers looking to…
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Valuing Professional Licensing in the U.S.
Categories: ReportsThe Alliance for Responsible Professional Licensing commissioned Oxford Economics to produce a first-of-its-kind quantitative research study, Valuing Professional Licensing in the U.S., which explores the impacts of professional licensing in highly complex, technical fields. Click here to download the full report. Click here to download the executive summary. Click here to download the key…