Relating to discrimination by a state agency against an applicant for or holder of an occupational license.
The bill HB 5541 addresses potential discrimination by state agencies in occupational licensing decisions. It aims to prevent state agencies from denying or revoking occupational licenses based on protected characteristics like race, gender, or religion. The bill would require agencies to provide clear, non-discriminatory reasons for licensing decisions and establish a process for applicants to challenge alleged discrimination. However, the specific provisions and scope of the bill are not detailed in the provided context, as the full text is unavailable and only the title and filing date are documented.
Bill status
in committee
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Introduction
Apr 2025
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Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Apr 7, 2025
Last action Apr 7, 2025
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Apr 7, 2025
Committee
Referred to State Affairs
lower
Apr 7, 2025
Introduced
Read first time
lower
1 primary · 41 co-sponsors
Sponsors
Role
Legislator
Party
State
District
P
Steve Toth
RRepublican
Co
Andy Hopper
RRepublican
Co
Brad Buckley
RRepublican
Co
Brian Harrison
RRepublican
Co
Briscoe Cain
RRepublican
Co
Candy Noble
RRepublican
Co
Carrie Isaac
RRepublican
Co
Cody Vasut
RRepublican
Co
Cole Hefner
RRepublican
Co
Daniel Alders
RRepublican
Co
David Spiller
RRepublican
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