Georgia: new law allows administrative issuance of licenses

Georgia's House Bill 579, effective July 1, aims to streamline the state's occupational licensing process to improve efficiency and reduce bureaucratic delays. The legislation empowers the director of the Professional Licensing Boards Division to issue licenses directly when applicants meet all requirements, bypassing the need for full board approval in certain cases. It also permits provisional licensing prior to examination and extends renewal grace periods for expired licenses. These reforms are intended to simplify access to licensed professions across various fields, including trades and healthcare, while maintaining regulatory standards.

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