Iowa House Bill HF2184

Iowa 2023-2024 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/29/24
• Refer: 1/29/24

Caption

A bill for an act relating to continuing education requirements for licensed professions and occupations.(See HF 2486.)

Impact

The passing of HF2184 would significantly impact licensed professionals in Iowa by accommodating their ongoing education needs while reducing pressure to meet renewal requirements strictly within specified timelines. By allowing for the carryover of excess credit hours, the bill enhances the ability for professionals to plan their education without the fear of losing accrued credits, thus potentially leading to improved professional development opportunities.

Summary

House File 2184 aims to amend the continuing education requirements for licensed professions and occupations in Iowa. Specifically, the bill allows licensees to apply up to ten hours of excess continuing education credit obtained during one renewal period towards the requirements for the following renewal period. This change is intended to provide more flexibility for professionals to manage their continuing education credits, potentially easing the burden of compliance with licensing requirements.

Contention

While HF2184 is largely seen as a positive adjustment to the existing licensing framework, some may argue it influences the rigor of continuing education by enabling professionals to rely on previously completed credits. Concerns could arise that it might lower the motivation for continuous professional growth if individuals feel they can postpone required learning. However, proponents assert that the primary goal is to create a more user-friendly and efficient pathway to compliance that still emphasizes the importance of ongoing education.