1 Office of Professional Licensure and Certification; Reciprocity Licensing Process. Amend RSA 310:17 to read as follows:

310:17 License Reciprocity.

I. Notwithstanding any other state law to the contrary, the office shall issue licenses to professionals who present evidence of an active license in good standing from another jurisdiction, in accordance with rules adopted by the executive director under RSA 541-A, provided that the jurisdiction's licensing requirements are substantially similar to New Hampshire's licensing requirements, as determined by the executive director in consultation with the boards, commissions, and councils within the office. Individuals seeking a license by endorsement pursuant to this section shall be required to undergo criminal history records check if otherwise required for initial licensing applications for that profession.

II. All individuals licensed under this section shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the state licensing body for that profession.

2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect 60 days after its passage.

1 Office of Professional Licensure and Certification; Reciprocity Licensing Process. Amend RSA 310:17 to read as follows:

310:17 License Reciprocity.

I. Notwithstanding any other state law to the contrary, the office shall issue licenses to professionals who present evidence of an active license in good standing from another jurisdiction, in accordance with rules adopted by the executive director under RSA 541-A. Individuals seeking a license by endorsement pursuant to this section shall be required to undergo criminal history records check if otherwise required for initial licensing applications for that profession.

II. All individuals licensed under this section shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the state licensing body for that profession.

2 Effective Date. This act shall take effect 60 days after its passage.