HB 26-1431

HB 26-1431, also known as the Competency for Occupational Licensure Portability bill, allows professionals licensed or certified in another country to apply for similar licenses in Colorado if they meet certain criteria. This means that individuals who are already practicing a profession abroad can demonstrate their competency through alternative methods instead of needing specific work experience requirements set by Colorado. The bill has been signed into law, so now foreign-licensed professionals can more easily obtain the necessary credentials to practice in Colorado without having to fulfill lengthy residency or work requirement standards.

Official Summary

Under existing law, an individual licensed, certified, registered, or enrolled in good standing to practice a particular profession or occupation in another state or United States territory or through the federal government is eligible to apply for and receive a license, certification, registration, or enrollment in that profession or occupation in Colorado (accreditation) if the individual meets specific criteria. The act adds an individual licensed, certified, registered, or enrolled in good standing to practice a particular profession or occupation in another country to those individuals eligible for accreditation if the individual meets specific criteria.(Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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