Occupations: licensing fees; interior design license fee; establish. Amends 1979 PA 152 (MCL 338.2201 - 338.2277) by adding sec. 14. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5960'24
Impact
If passed, HB 5961 will significantly impact the landscape of professional licensing in Michigan. By establishing official fees for interior designers, the bill would facilitate the creation of a regulated environment that may improve the overall quality of interior design services. This measure aims to protect consumers by ensuring that only qualified individuals can practice, thereby raising the standards in the industry.
Summary
House Bill 5961 proposes amendments to the State License Fee Act with the specific intention of introducing new licensing fees for interior designers in Michigan. The bill sets forth an application processing fee of $175 and an annual license fee of $125 for individuals seeking licensure under Article 20a of the Occupational Code. This move reflects a recognition of the growing importance of professional regulation in the field of interior design, aiming to standardize qualifications and enhance accountability among practitioners.
Contention
Notably, this bill has tie-bar provisions linking it to House Bill 5960, which indicates that its implementation is contingent upon the passage of related legislation. Such connectivity underscores a broader legislative strategy, suggesting that the introduction of licensing fees is part of a comprehensive approach to occupational regulation. However, it may raise questions among stakeholders about the financial burden these fees could impose on new entrants to the field and whether they will deter prospective interior designers from pursuing licensure.
Same As
Occupations: interior design; interior design license; provide for. Amends secs. 303a & 601 of 1980 PA 299 (MCL 339.303a & 339.601) & adds art. 20a. TIE BAR WITH: HB 5961'24, HB 5962'24
Occupations: licensing fees; refrigeration facility and removal service for a dead human body; establish license, registration, and application fees. Amends 1979 PA 152 (MCL 338.2201 - 338.2277) by adding sec. 43a. TIE BAR WITH: SB 0544'23
Occupations: interior design; application for building permit; allow certain interior designers to submit. Amends sec. 10 of 1972 PA 230 (MCL 125.1510). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5960'24
Occupations: licensing fees; licensing fees related to certain occupations; eliminate sunset. Amends secs. 13, 17, 21, 25, 27, 31, 37 & 38 of 1979 PA 152 (MCL 338.2213 et seq.).
Occupations: licensing fees; permit fee for barbers and cosmetologists to operate outside of a licensed facility for veterans; establish. Amends secs. 17 & 25 of 1979 PA 152 (MCL 338.2217 & 338.2225). TIE BAR WITH: HB 4395'25
Health occupations: occupational therapists; licensure process for occupational therapists; modify to incorporate occupational therapy licensure compact. Amends secs. 16345, 18301 & 18305 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.16345 et seq.) & adds secs. 18303a & 18303b. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4103'25
Health occupations: physical therapists; licensing process; modify to incorporate physical therapy licensing compact. Amends sec. 17801 of 1978 PA 368 (MCL 333.17801) & adds secs. 17820a & 17820b. TIE BAR WITH: HB 4504'23