Relating to a person's eligibility for an occupational license based on a conviction for an offense under federal law.

HB 5530 would require Texas occupational licensing authorities to automatically revoke licenses, deny license applications, or block individuals from taking licensing exams if they have a conviction for any offense under federal law. This policy change directly affects people with federal criminal convictions seeking or holding professional licenses in regulated occupations (e.g., healthcare, cosmetology, or trades). The bill mandates this action without exceptions for the nature of the offense or the time elapsed since the conviction. It applies only to conduct occurring on or after its effective date of September 1, 2025, and does not affect state-level convictions. The bill was referred to the Corrections committee after being filed in March 2025.