Occupations: notaries public; educational requirements for notaries public; provide for. Amends secs. 11 & 19 of 2003 PA 238 (MCL 55.271 & 55.279). TIE BAR WITH: HB 5899'24
Impact
The passage of HB 5898 is expected to increase the standards for notary public appointments, thereby potentially reducing instances of fraud and errors in notarial acts. By necessitating educational requirements and examinations, the legislation aims to ensure that only qualified individuals are appointed to carry out notarial duties. This could strengthen the integrity of notarial acts, making them more trustworthy for individuals and businesses relying on these services.
Summary
House Bill 5898 aims to amend the existing Michigan law on notarial acts, which was established by the 2003 PA 238. The bill introduces new educational requirements aimed at enhancing the qualifications necessary for individuals wishing to serve as notaries public in Michigan. Under the proposed amendments, new applicants must complete a course of instruction from a notary public school licensed under the notary public education licensure act, as well as pass an examination administered by the appropriate authority. This change reflects a push for improved professionalism and accountability among notaries public within the state.
Contention
While supporters of the bill laud it as a necessary step to improve public trust in notarial services, some may argue that the additional requirements could create barriers for individuals seeking appointment as notaries public. Critics of such measures might contend that they could disproportionately affect those in rural or underserved areas where access to educational resources is limited. Moreover, there may be concerns regarding the costs associated with pursuing the required courses and examinations, which could deter potential applicants from serving in this role.
Occupations: notaries public; use of communication technology to perform electronic notarizations and remote electronic notarizations; modify and expand. Amends secs. 3, 5, 26, 26a, 26b & 27 of 2003 PA 238 (MCL 55.263 et seq.); adds sec. 26e & repeals sec. 26d of 2003 PA 238 (MCL 55.286d).
Occupations: notaries public; eligibility requirements for notary public appointment; revise, and require record keeping. Amends secs. 25 & 27 of 2003 PA 238 (MCL 55.285 & 55.287).
Relating to the practice of Massage Therapy; to add Chapter 43A to Title 34 of the Code of Alabama 1975, to create the State Board of Licensure for Massage Therapists in the office of the Secretary of State; to provide for the membership of the new board and duties of the Secretary of State and that board; to provide for the transfer of the powers, duties, rights, records, and property of the Alabama Board of Massage Therapy to the State Board of Licensure for Massage Therapists and the Chief Examiner of Public Accounts temporarily during the transition; to preserve existing regulatory law; to extend the expiration date of licenses issued by the former board until the membership of the new board is established; to repeal Chapter 43 of Title 34, Code of Alabama 1975, providing for the Alabama Board of Massage Therapy; and in connection therewith would have as its purpose or effect the requirement of a new or increased expenditure of local funds within the meaning of Section 111.05 of the Constitution of Alabama of 2022.