Connecticut House Bill HB06851

Connecticut 2019 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/30/19
• Refer: 1/30/19

Caption

An Act Exempting Certain Trade License Holders From Continuing Education Requirements.

Impact

If enacted, HB 6851 would effectively lessen the regulatory obligations placed on out-of-state trade license holders by relieving them from the continuing education requirements that are generally imposed on practicing professionals within Connecticut. Supporters of this bill may argue that it recognizes the unique circumstances of these individuals, allowing them to maintain their licensure without the need for local compliance, which might not be relevant to their practice.

Summary

House Bill 6851 proposes to amend existing legislation to exempt certain trade license holders from the continuing education requirements mandated by the state of Connecticut. Specifically, the bill seeks to apply this exemption to individuals who hold trade licenses but reside out of state and do not engage in practice within Connecticut. This proposal appears to address concerns regarding the burdensome nature of continuing education for professionals who are not active in the state's marketplace.

Contention

While the bill can streamline and ease requirements for certain license holders, it may also spark contention regarding the oversight and standards of trades regulated in Connecticut. Local industry stakeholders could express concerns that such exemptions could lead to a dilution of professional standards within the state. The tension may arise from balancing the need for consumer protection and professional training against the convenience and practicality for those who do not reside or work in Connecticut.