Bill Summary

by Waldron, Smith Co Sponsors: Garcia (A), Lopez (V)

Disqualification from Licensing, Permitting, or Certification Based on Criminal Conviction: Provides that application for license, permit, or certification may only be denied based on applicant's criminal record under certain circumstances; requires state agency to consider certain factors in determining whether applicant for license, permit, or certification has been rehabilitated; revises & provides requirements for state agencies relating to denying certain applications & petitions, advising applicant how to remedy disqualifications, new petitions, & fees; revises state agency reporting requirements. Effective Date: July 1, 2023

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