SB 402 — Revises provisions relating to regulatory bodies. (BDR 54-709)

and (2) Any other information that is requested by the Director or which the regulatory body determines would be helpful to the - *SB402* – 5 – Legislature in evaluating whether the continued existence of the regulatory body is necessary.

[A] If the conditions of subsection 2 are satisfied, a regulatory body that regulates a profession pursuant to chapters 630, 630A, 632[632] 633 to 641C, inclusive, 644A or 653 of NRS in this State [may] shall enter into a reciprocal agreement with the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or any other state or territory of the United States for the purposes of:

- *SB402_R1* – 6 – (a) The corresponding regulatory authority is authorized by law to enter into such an agreement with the regulatory body;

 If the regulatory body determines that the corresponding regulatory authority is authorized by law to enter into such an agreement with the regulatory body and that the applicable provisions of law governing the practice of the respective profession in the state or territory on whose behalf the - *SB402* – 6 – corresponding regulatory authority would execute the reciprocal agreement are substantially similar to the corresponding provisions of law in this State, the regulatory body shall enter into a reciprocal agreement pursuant to subsection 1.

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- *SB402* – 7 – (b) Is certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards or National Council for Interior Design Qualification, if applicable;

Unless the Board denies the application for good cause, the Board shall approve the application and issue a certificate of registration by endorsement as an architect, residential designer or registered interior designer - *SB402_R1* – 8 – to the applicant not later than 30 days after receiving all the additional information required by the Board to complete the application.

At any time before making a final decision on an application for a certificate of registration by endorsement pursuant to this section, the Board may grant a provisional certificate of registration authorizing an applicant to practice as - *SB402* – 8 – an architect, residential designer or registered interior designer in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board.

- *SB402_R1* – 9 – (a) Take the examination must pay to the entity which administers the examination the fee charged by that entity for taking the examination and pay to the Board a processing fee as provided in NRS 623.310.

The Board shall, by regulation, establish the - *SB402* – 9 – amount of credit allowed for education, practical training or a combination thereof.

- *SB402_R1* – 10 – (3) Successfully completed a program of interior design or architecture, other than a program described in subparagraph (1), (2) or (4), which culminated in the award of a bachelor’s degree or higher degree more than 5 years before the date of the application if the applicant possesses a combination of education and experience in interior design deemed suitable by the Board;

and - *SB402* – 10 – (f) All information required to complete the application.

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and - *SB402* – 11 – (b) Submits all information required to complete an application for a certificate of registration.

For an examination for a certificate..............................$800.00 For rewriting an examination or a part or parts failed..........................................................................800.00 For a processing fee for an examination for registration as an architect...........................................50.00 For a certificate of registration.......................................125.00 For a temporary certificate of registration......................500.00 For initial registration or renewal of registration............300.00 For the late renewal of an expired certificate within 1 year after its expiration ...............................220.00 - *SB402_R1* – 12 – For the late renewal of a certificate which has been expired for more than 1 year but not more than 3 years......................................................300.00years....................................................$300.00 For the reinstatement of a revoked certificate................500.00 For change of address.........................................................5.00 For replacement of a certificate........................................30.00 For application forms .......................................................25.00 For photostatic copies, each sheet......................................0.25 2.

If an applicant submits an application for a certificate of registration by endorsement pursuant to section 3 of this act, the Board shall collect not more than one-half of the fee set forth in - *SB402* – 12 – subsection 1 for the initial issuance of the certificate of registration.

and - *SB402_R1* – 13 – (d) Any other information required by the Board.

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Each year of study, not exceeding 5 years of study, satisfactorily completed in a program of landscape architecture - *SB402_R1* – 14 – accredited by the Landscape Architectural Accrediting Board or a similar national board approved by the Board, or a program of landscape architecture in this State approved by the Board, is considered equivalent to 1 year of experience in landscape architectural work for the purpose of registration as a landscape architect.

Examinations may include tests in - *SB402* – 14 – such technical, professional and ethical subjects as are prescribed by the Board.

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- *SB402* – 15 – (a) Presents documentation that he or she has passed an examination in another state or country that has been accepted as an equivalent by a national association of registered boards;

Application fee for a certificate of registration...............................................................$300.00 Application fee for a certificate to practice as a landscape architect intern ...........................................................................50.00 Examination fee.............................................................100.00, plus the actual cost of the examination Certificate of registration..................................................50.00 Certificate to practice as a landscape architect intern.............................................................50.00 Annual renewal fee.........................................................300.00 Reinstatement fee...........................................................400.00 Delinquency fee..............................................................100.00 Change of address fee.......................................................20.00 Copy of a document, per page............................................page............................50............

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The Board shall, without examination, issue a contractor’s license by endorsement to an applicant who meets the - *SB402_R1* – 17 – requirements set forth in this section.

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If a natural person qualified for a license before July 1, 1985, in accordance with NRS 624.260 in a trade for which a master’s license is required by any political subdivision, and if the license is active on or after July 1, 1985, and if the person so qualified wishes to obtain a master’s license, the person must pass either the appropriate examination given by the Board on or after July 1, 1985, in accordance with NRS 624.260 and the regulations of the Board, - *SB402_R1* – 19 – or the examination given by the political subdivision in the trade for which a master’s license is required.

- *SB402* – 19 – (c) The name of a person physically located in this State for service of process on the applicant.

The application form must state in a clear and conspicuous manner that a contribution to - *SB402_R1* – 20 – the Construction Education Account is voluntary and is in addition to any fees required for licensure.

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The license must be reinstated upon the replacement of the person originally - *SB402* – 21 – qualified by another natural person similarly qualified and approved by the Board.

Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement to practice as a professional engineer pursuant to this section, the Board shall - *SB402_R1* – 22 – provide written notice to the applicant of any additional information required by the Board to consider the application.

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The Board shall,shall without examination, issue a license by endorsement to practice as a professional land surveyor to an applicant who meets the requirements set forth in this section.

- *SB402_R1* – 23 – (b) An affidavit stating that the information contained in the application and any accompanying material is true and correct;

NotThe laterBoard thanmay 15require businessapplicants days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement pursuant to practicethis assection ato -pass *SB402*an –examination 23that –covers professional land surveyor pursuant to this section, the Boardlaws shalland provideprocedures writtenrelating notice to the applicantpractice of anyland additionalsurveying informationin requiredthis byState. the Board to consider the application.

Unless the Board denies the application for good cause, the Board shall approve the application and issue a license by endorsement to practice as a professional land surveyor to the applicant not later than 30 days after receiving all the additional information required by the Board to complete the application.

Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement to practice as a professional land surveyor pursuant to this section, the Board shall provide written notice to the applicant of any additional information required by the Board to consider the application.

Unless the Board denies the application for good cause, the Board shall approve the application and issue a license by endorsement to practice as a professional land surveyor to the applicant not later than 30 days after receiving all the additional information required by the Board to complete the application.

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At any time before making a final decision on an application for a license by endorsement pursuant to this section, the Board may grant a provisional license authorizing an applicant to practice as a professional land surveyor in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board.

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On the Internet website of the Board, the Board shall provide information concerning how a person may obtain a license by endorsement pursuant to this section.

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and - *SB402_R1* – 24 – (2) Principles and practices of engineering,  pursuant to NRS 625.193.

An applicant who is eligible to take the examination on the principles and practices of engineering pursuant to subsection 2 of NRS 625.193 may take the examination on the - *SB402* – 24 – principles and practices of engineering before the applicant meets the active experience requirements for licensure set forth in this subsection.

(a) An examination on the fundamentals of engineering that must cover the subject matter of a general education or training in - *SB402_R1* – 25 – engineering.

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and - *SB402_R1* – 26 – (2) Principles and practices of land surveying,  pursuant to NRS 625.280.

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An applicant for licensure as a professional land surveyor must pass the examination on the fundamentals of land surveying or - *SB402_R1* – 27 – receive a waiver of that requirement before the applicant may take the examination on the principles and practices of land surveying.

- *SB402* – 27 – (a) In writing, with a pen or pencil of a type that has been approved by the Board;

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- *SB402* – 28 – (b) Applying for licensure as a professional land surveyor, the persons named as references must be professional land surveyors licensed in this State or any other state.

An - *SB402_R1* – 29 – applicant may submit to the Board an application for such a registration if the applicant:

and - *SB402* – 29 – (b) Is an active member of, or the spouse of an active member of, the Armed Forces of the United States, a veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran.

or - *SB402_R1* – 30 – (b) Ten days after the Board receives a report on the applicant’s background based on the submission of the applicant’s fingerprints,  whichever occurs later.

At any time before making a final decision on an application for a registration by endorsement pursuant to this - *SB402* – 30 – section, the Board may grant a provisional registration authorizing an applicant to practice as an environmental health specialist in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board.

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- *SB402* – 31 – (3) Have passed the examination pursuant to NRS 625A.120;

- *SB402_R1* – 32 – (a) Holds a current credential as a registered environmental health specialist with the National Environmental Health Association;

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and - *SB402* – 33 – (b) Is an active member of, or the spouse of an active member of, the Armed Forces of the United States, a veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran.

or - *SB402_R1* – 34 – (b) Ten days after the Board receives a report on the applicant’s background based on the submission of the candidate’s fingerprints,  whichever occurs later.

At any time before making a final decision on an application for a certificate of certified public accountant by endorsement pursuant to this section, the Board may grant a provisional certificate authorizing a candidate to practice as - *SB402* – 34 – certified public accountant in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board.

- *SB402_R1* – 35 – (b) Methods of completing an examination, including grading and the requirements to pass the examination;

A candidate for the certificate of certified public accountant who has successfully completed the examination required by NRS 628.190 or who is issued a certificate of certified public accountant by endorsement pursuant to section 35 of this - *SB402* – 35 – act has no status as a certified public accountant until the candidate has the requisite experience and has received a certificate as a certified public accountant.

The regulation may provide for a procedure for applying for retired or inactive status - *SB402_R1* – 36 – and for applying to return to active status, and must specify fees, if any, to accompany the applications.

After giving notice and conducting a hearing, the Board may revoke, or may suspend for a period of not more than 5 years, any certificate issued under NRS 628.190 to 628.310, inclusive, and section 35 of this act, any practice privileges granted pursuant to NRS 628.315 or 628.335 or any registration of a partnership, corporation, limited-liability company, sole proprietorship or office, or may revoke, suspend or refuse to renew any permit issued under NRS 628.380, or may publicly censure the holder of any permit, certificate or registration or any natural person - *SB402* – 36 – granted practice privileges pursuant to NRS 628.315, for any one or any combination of the following causes:

- *SB402_R1* – 37 – (j) Conduct discreditable to the profession of public accounting or which reflects adversely upon the fitness of the person to engage in the practice of public accounting.

After giving notice and conducting a hearing, the Board may deny an application to take the examination prescribed by the Board pursuant to NRS 628.190, deny a person admission to such an examination, invalidate a grade received for such an examination or deny an application for a certificate issued pursuant to NRS 628.190 - *SB402* – 37 – to 628.310, inclusive, and section 35 of this act, to a person who has:

If the Board receives a copy of a court order issued pursuant to NRS 425.540 that provides for the suspension of all professional, occupational and recreational licenses, certificates and permits issued to a person who is the holder of a certificate issued pursuant to NRS 628.190 to 628.310, inclusive, and section 35 of this act, or a permit issued pursuant to NRS 628.380, the Board shall deem the certificate or permit issued to that person to be suspended at the end of the 30th day after the date on which the court order was issued unless the Board receives a letter issued to - *SB402_R1* – 38 – the holder of the certificate or permit by the district attorney or other public agency pursuant to NRS 425.550 stating that the holder of the certificate or permit has complied with the subpoena or warrant or has satisfied the arrearage pursuant to NRS 425.560.

The Board shall reinstate a certificate issued pursuant to NRS 628.190 to 628.310, inclusive, and section 35 of this act, or a permit issued pursuant to NRS 628.380 that has been suspended by a district court pursuant to NRS 425.540 if the Board receives a letter issued by the district attorney or other public agency pursuant to NRS 425.550 to the person whose certificate or permit was suspended stating that the person whose certificate or permit was - *SB402* – 38 – suspended has complied with the subpoena or warrant or has satisfied the arrearage pursuant to NRS 425.560.

“Compensation” means a fee for services provided by a financial planner to a client or a commission or other remuneration - *SB402_R1* – 39 – derived by a financial planner from a person other than the client as the result of the purchase of a good or service by the client.

- *SB402* – 39 – (b) A certified public accountant who holds a certificate issued pursuant to NRS 628.190 to 628.310, inclusive [;] , and section 35 of this act;

- *SB402_R1* – 40 – (b) A complete set of fingerprints and written permission authorizing the Commissioner to forward the fingerprints in the manner provided in NRS 628B.315;

Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement to engage in the business - *SB402* – 40 – of a private professional guardian pursuant to this section, the Commissioner shall provide written notice to the applicant of any additional information required by the Commissioner to consider the application.

The applicant must also pay such reasonable - *SB402_R1* – 41 – additional expenses incurred in the process of investigation as the Commissioner deems necessary.

- *SB402* – 41 – (e) In the case of a firm or partnership, the full name and residence address of each member or partner and the manager.

If an - *SB402_R1* – 42 – application is deemed to be withdrawn pursuant to this subsection or if an applicant otherwise withdraws an application, the Commissioner may not issue a license to the applicant unless the applicant submits a new application and pays the required fees.

and - *SB402* – 42 – (b) A fee of not more than $300 for each branch office that is authorized by the Commissioner.

- *SB402_R1* – 43 – (4) Has not been a sole proprietor or an officer or member of the board of directors for an entity whose license issued pursuant to the provisions of this chapter was suspended or revoked within the 10 years immediately preceding the date of the application if, in the reasonable judgment of the Commissioner, there is evidence that the sole proprietor, officer or member materially contributed to the actions resulting in the suspension or revocation of the license.

(5) Has not been a sole proprietor or an officer or member of the board of directors for an entity whose license as a private - *SB402* – 43 – professional guardian company which was issued by any other state, district or territory of the United States or any foreign country was suspended or revoked within the 10 years immediately preceding the date of the application if, in the reasonable judgment of the Commissioner, there is evidence that the sole proprietor, officer or member materially contributed to the actions resulting in the suspension or revocation of the license.

and (c) Whether the applicant has planned suitable annual audits conducted by qualified outside auditors of its books and records and - *SB402_R1* – 44 – its fiduciary activities under applicable accounting rules and standards as well as suitable internal audits.

- *SB402* – 44 – (a) Holds a corresponding valid and unrestricted license to practice medicine in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

- *SB402_R1* – 45 – (a) Thirty days after receiving all the additional information required by the Board to complete the application;

A license by endorsement to practice medicine may be issued at a meeting of the Board or between its meetings by the - *SB402* – 45 – President and Executive Director of the Board.

- *SB402_R1* – 46 – (c) An affidavit stating that the information contained in the application and any accompanying material is true and correct;

Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement to practice as a perfusionist pursuant to this section, the Board shall provide - *SB402* – 46 – written notice to the applicant of any additional information required by the Board to consider the application.

and - *SB402_R1* – 47 – (c) Is an active member of, or the spouse of an active member of, the Armed Forces of the United States, a veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran.

(2) Has not been disciplined or investigated by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or - *SB402* – 47 – the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license to practice respiratory care;

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(I) Education as a resident in the United States or Canada in a program approved by the Board, the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, the Royal College of Physicians and - *SB402_R1* – 49 – Surgeons of Canada, the Collège des médecins du Québec or the College of Family Physicians of Canada, or, as applicable, their successor organizations;

(2) Has completed at least 36 months of postgraduate education, not less than 24 months of which must have been completed as a resident after receiving a medical degree from a - *SB402* – 49 – combined dental and medical degree program approved by the Board;

- *SB402_R1* – 50 – (d) Refer the applicant to the Attorney General for possible criminal prosecution pursuant to NRS 630.400;

- *SB402* – 50 – (4) Suspending the license for a specified period or until further order of the Board;

An applicant for a license by endorsement to practice medicine pursuant to NRS 630.1605, 630.1606 or 630.1607 or section 49 of this act must submit to the Board, on a form provided - *SB402_R1* – 51 – by the Board, an application in writing, accompanied by an affidavit stating that:

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- *SB402_R1* – 52 – (a) Documentation of the history of medical practice of the physician;

(c) Proof that the physician satisfies the requirements for licensure set forth in NRS 630.160 or the requirements for licensure - *SB402* – 52 – by endorsement set forth in NRS 630.1605, 630.1606 or 630.1607 [;] or section 49 of this act;

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-8 *SB402* – 53 – For application for and issuance of a license to practice as a physician, including a license by endorsement .................................................................$600 For application for and issuance of a temporary, locum tenens, limited, restricted, authorized facility, special, special purpose or special event license...................................................................400 For renewal of a limited, restricted, authorized facility or special license................................................400 For application for and issuance of a license as a physician assistant, including a license by endorsement ...................................................................400 For biennial registration of a physician assistant.................800 For biennial registration of a physician...............................800 For application for and issuance of a license as a perfusionist or practitioner of respiratory care...............400 For biennial renewal of a license as a perfusionist..............600 For biennial registration of a practitioner of respiratory care...............................................................600 For biennial registration for a physician who is on inactive status.................................................................400 For written verification of licensure......................................50 For a duplicate identification card.........................................25 For a duplicate license...........................................................50 For computer printouts or labels..........................................500 For verification of a listing of physicians, per hour ..............20 For furnishing a list of new physicians................................100 2.

Such a special meeting must not be - *SB402_R1* – 54 – called until the person or entity requesting it has paid a cash deposit with the Board sufficient to defray all expenses of the meeting.

(a) [NRS 630.1607, and the applicant is an active member of, or the spouse of an active member of, the Armed Forces of the United States, a veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran,] Section 49 of this act, the Board shall collect not more than one-half of the fee set - *SB402* – 54 – forth in subsection 1 for the initial issuance of the license.

and - *SB402_R1* – 55 – [7.] 8.

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- *SB402_R1* – 56 – (a) Holds a corresponding valid and unrestricted license to practice as a physician assistant in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

- *SB402* – 56 – (2) Has not been disciplined or investigated by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license to practice as a physician assistant;

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- *SB402* – 57 – (a) Have:

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The types of medical services that a practitioner of respiratory care may perform, except that a practitioner of respiratory care may not perform those specific functions and duties delegated or otherwise restricted by specific statute to persons - *SB402* – 58 – licensed as dentists, chiropractors, podiatric physicians, optometrists, physicians, osteopathic physicians or hearing aid specialists pursuant to this chapter or chapter 631, 633, 634, 635, 636 or 637B of NRS, as appropriate, or persons who hold a license to engage in radiation therapy and radiologic imaging or a limited license to engage in radiologic imaging pursuant to chapter 653 of NRS;

- *SB402_R1* – 59 – (2) Has not been disciplined or investigated by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license to practice homeopathic medicine as a homeopathic physician;

Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement to practice homeopathic - *SB402* – 59 – medicine as a homeopathic physician pursuant to this section, the Board shall provide written notice to the applicant of any additional information required by the Board to consider the application.

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- *SB402* – 60 – (2) Has not been disciplined or investigated by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license, certificate or registration as an advanced practitioner of homeopathy;

or - *SB402_R1* – 61 – (b) Ten days after the Board receives a report on the applicant’s background based on the submission of the applicant’s fingerprints,  whichever occurs later.

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- *SB402_R1* – 62 – (c) An affidavit stating that the information contained in the application and any accompanying material is true and correct;

or (b) Ten days after the Board receives a report on the applicant’s background based on the submission of the applicant’s fingerprints, - *SB402* – 62 –  whichever occurs later.

- *SB402_R1* – 63 – (c) Is licensed in good standing to practice allopathic or osteopathic medicine in any state or country, the District of Columbia or a territory or possession of the United States;

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The medical services which a homeopathic assistant may perform, except that a homeopathic assistant may not perform those - *SB402* – 64 – specific functions and duties delegated or restricted by law to persons licensed as dentists, chiropractors, podiatric physicians, optometrists or hearing aid specialists under chapter 631, 634, 635, 636 or 637B, respectively, of NRS or persons licensed to engage in radiation therapy or radiologic imaging pursuant to chapter 653 of NRS.

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(2) Has not been disciplined or investigated by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license, - *SB402* – 66 – certificate or registration to practice dental hygiene, dental therapy or dentistry, or any of its special branches, as applicable;

Unless the Board denies the application for good cause, the Board shall approve the application and issue a license by endorsement to practice dental - *SB402_R1* – 67 – hygiene, dental therapy or dentistry, or any of its special branches, to the applicant not later than:

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or (2) Present to the Board a certificate granted by the Western Regional Examining Board which contains a notation that the - *SB402* – 68 – applicant has passed a clinical examination administered by the Western Regional Examining Board.

Application fee for an initial license to practice dentistry.....................................................................$1,500 Application fee for an initial license to practice dental hygiene ................................................................750 Application fee for an initial license to practice dental therapy..............................................................1,000 - *SB402_R1* – 69 – Application fee for a specialist’s license to practice dentistry..........................................................................300dentistry........................................................................$300 Application fee for a limited license or restricted license to practice dentistry, dental hygiene or dental therapy.................................................................300 Fee for administering a clinical examination in dentistry.......................................................................2,500 Fee for administering a clinical examination in dental hygiene or dental therapy .................................1,500 Application and examination fee for a permit to administer general anesthesia, minimal sedation, moderate sedation or deep sedation ...............................750 Fee for any reinspection required by the Board to maintain a permit to administer general anesthesia, minimal sedation, moderate sedation or deep sedation..............................................................500 Biennial renewal fee for a permit to administer general anesthesia, minimal sedation, moderate sedation or deep sedation...............................................600 Fee for the inspection of a facility required by the Board to renew a permit to administer general anesthesia, minimal sedation, moderate sedation or deep sedation..............................................................350 - *SB402* – 69 – Fee for the inspection of a facility required by the Board to ensure compliance with infection control guidelines.........................................................$500guidelines...........................................................500 Biennial license renewal fee for a general license, specialist’s license, temporary license or restricted geographical license to practice dentistry.......................................................................1,000 Annual license renewal fee for a limited license or restricted license to practice dentistry............................300 Biennial license renewal fee for a general license, temporary license or restricted geographical license to practice dental hygiene or dental therapy............................................................................600 Annual license renewal fee for a limited license to practice dental hygiene or dental therapy.......................300 Biennial license renewal fee for an inactive dentist............400 Biennial license renewal fee for a dentist who is retired or has a disability................................................100 Biennial license renewal fee for an inactive dental hygienist or dental therapist ...........................................200 - *SB402_R1* – 70 – Biennial license renewal fee for a dental hygienist or dental therapist who is retired or has a disability.........................................................................100disability.......................................................................$100 Reinstatement fee for a suspended license to practice dentistry, dental hygiene or dental therapy............................................................................500 Reinstatement fee for a revoked license to practice dentistry, dental hygiene or dental therapy ....................500 Reinstatement fee to return a dentist, dental hygienist or dental therapist who is inactive, retired or has a disability to active status .......................500 Fee for the certification of a license......................................50 2.

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(2) Has not been disciplined or investigated by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or - *SB402_R1* – 71 – the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license, certificate or registration to practice as a nursing assistant;

or - *SB402* – 71 – (b) Ten days after the Board receives a report on the applicant’s background based on the submission of the applicant’s fingerprints,  whichever occurs later.

Except as otherwise provided in NRS 632.3405, the Board [may] shall, without examination, issue a license by endorsement to practice as a professional nurse to an applicant who - *SB402_R1* – 72 – meets the requirements set forth in this section.

- *SB402* – 72 – (c) An affidavit stating that the information contained in the application and any accompanying material is true and correct;

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Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement to practice as a practical nurse pursuant to this section, the Board shall provide written notice to the - *SB402_R1* – 74 – applicant of any additional information required by the Board to consider the application.

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and (d) Has not committed any acts which would be grounds for disciplinary action if committed by a nursing assistant, unless the - *SB402_R1* – 75 – Board determines that sufficient restitution has been made or the act was not substantially related to nursing.

- *SB402* – 75 – Not less Not more than than Application for license to practice professional nursing (registered nurse), including a license by endorsement ......................................$100...$45.......................................$100..$45 Application for license to practice practical nursing, including a license by endorsement..............................90endorsement..............................390 Application for temporary license to practice professional nursing or practical nursing pursuant to NRS 632.300, which fee must be credited toward the fee required for a regular license, if the applicant applies for a license.............................................50..........15license..............................................50.........15 Application for a certificate to practice as a nursing assistant or medication aide - certified.........................505certified..........................50 - *SB402_R1* – 76 – Not less Not more than than Application for a temporary certificate to practice as a nursing assistant pursuant to NRS 632.300, which fee must be credited toward the fee required for a regular certificate, if the applicant applies for a certificate.........................................40...........5certificate........................................$40.........$5 Biennial fee for renewal of a license............................................100..........40 Biennial fee for renewal of a certificate.........................................50.........20 Fee for reinstatement of a license....................100 Application for a license to practice as an advanced practice registered nurse, including a license by endorsement.............................200 Application for recognition as a certified registered nurse anesthetist........................................200........50 Biennial fee for renewal of a license to practice as an advanced practice registered nurse or certified registered nurse anesthetist..................................200....50 - *SB402* – 76 – Not less Not more than than Examination fee for license to practice professional nursing....................$$100nursing......................100 Examination fee for license to practice practical nursing .........................9010 Rewriting examination for license to practice professional nursing..................2100 Rewriting examination for license to practice practical nursing.......................90 Duplicate license .....................................30........5 Duplicate certificate .................................30.......5 Proctoring examination for candidate from another state ......................150 Fee for approving one course of continuing education................................5010 Fee for reviewing one course of continuing education which has been changed since approval........................530 - *SB402_R1* – 77 – Not less Not more than than Annual fee for approval of all courses of continuing education offered............................................500.......100offered............................................$500....$100 Annual fee for review of training program............................................100.......60program.............................................100......60 Certification examination..............................9010examination...............................900 Approval of instructors of training programs...........................................100.......50programs............................................100......50 Approval of proctors for certification examinations..........................50examinations..........................250 Approval of training programs......................150250programs......................150 250 Validation of licensure or certification ......................................25..........5.......................................25.........5 2.

The Board shall, without examination, issue a license by endorsement to practice osteopathic medicine to an applicant who - *SB402* – 77 – meets the requirements set forth in this section.

- *SB402_R1* – 78 – (2) Has not been disciplined and is not currently under investigation by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license to practice osteopathic medicine;

- *SB402* – 78 – 4.

- *SB402_R1* – 79 – Sec.

- *SB402* – 79 – (1) Has graduated from a school of osteopathic medicine before 1995 and has completed:

- *SB402_R1* – 80 – (d) The applicant applies for the license as provided by law;

- *SB402* – 80 – Sec.

- *SB402_R1* – 81 – Sec.

- *SB402* – 81 – (d) The application and initial license fee specified in this chapter;

or - *SB402_R1* – 82 – (b) Ten days after the Board receives a report on the applicant’s background based on the submission of the applicant’s fingerprints,  whichever occurs later.

(a) Application and initial license fee for an osteopathic physician...................................................................$800 (b) Annual license renewal fee for an osteopathic physician........................................................................................500 (c) Temporary license fee........................................................500 (d) Special or authorized facility license fee ...........................200 (e) Special event license fee ....................................................200 (f) Special or authorized facility license renewal fee ..............200 (g) Reexamination fee .............................................................200 (h) Late payment fee................................................................300 - *SB402* – 82 – (i) Application and initial license fee for a physician assistant........................................................................................$400assistant..........................................................................................400 (j) Annual license renewal fee for a physician assistant..........400 (k) Inactive license fee.............................................................200 2.

- *SB402_R1* – 83 – 4.

(2) Has not been disciplined and is not currently under investigation by the corresponding regulatory authority of the - *SB402* – 83 – District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license to practice chiropractic;

- *SB402_R1* – 84 – 3.

The Board shall, without examination, issue a certificate by endorsement to practice as a chiropractor’s assistant to an applicant who meets the requirements set forth in this - *SB402* – 84 – section.

- *SB402_R1* – 85 – (2) Has not been disciplined or investigated by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license, certificate or registration to practice as a chiropractor’s assistant;

- *SB402* – 85 – 4.

- *SB402_R1* – 86 – (a) “Chiropractor’s assistant” means a person who performs ancillary services relating to chiropractic, other than chiropractic adjustment, under the supervision of a chiropractor.

For an application for a license to practice chiropractic..............................................................$200.00 For an examination for a license to practice chiropractic................................................................200.00 For an application for, and the issuance of, a certificate as a chiropractor’s assistant......................100.00 - *SB402* – 86 – For an examination for a certificate as a chiropractor’s assistant............................................$100.00assistant..............................................100.00 For the issuance of a license to practice chiropractic................................................................300.00 For the biennial renewal of a license to practice chiropractic.............................................................1,000.00 For the biennial renewal of an inactive license to practice chiropractic..................................................300.00 For the biennial renewal of a certificate as a chiropractor’s assistant..............................................200.00 For the restoration to active status of an inactive license to practice chiropractic..................................300.00 - *SB402_R1* – 87 – For reinstating a license to practice chiropractic which has expired pursuant to NRS 634.130 or has been suspended...................................................500.00suspended.................................................$500.00 For reinstating a certificate as a chiropractor’s assistant which has expired pursuant to NRS 634.130 or has been suspended.................................100.00 For a review of any subject on the examination...............25.00 For the issuance of a duplicate license or for changing the name on a license...................................35.00 For written verification of licensure or issuance of a certificate of good standing......................................25.00 For providing a list of persons who are licensed to practice chiropractic to a person who is not licensed to practice chiropractic..................................25.00 For providing a list of persons who were licensed to practice chiropractic following the most recent examination of the Board to a person who is not licensed to practice chiropractic................10.00 For a set of mailing labels containing the names and addresses of the persons who are licensed to practice chiropractic in this State............................35.00 For providing a copy of the statutes, regulations and other rules governing the practice of chiropractic in this State to a person who is not licensed to practice chiropractic..................................25.00 For each page of a list of continuing education courses that have been approved by the Board.........50 For an application to a preceptor program offered by the Board to graduates of chiropractic schools or colleges ......................................................35.00 For an application for a student or chiropractor to participate in the preceptor program - *SB402* – 87 – established by the Board pursuant to NRS 634.137.............................................................$35.00634.137...............................................................35.00 For a review by the Board of a course offered by a chiropractic school or college or a course of continuing education in chiropractic...........................50.00 7 2.

If an applicant submits an application for a license or certificate by endorsement pursuant to sections 89 or 90 of this act, as applicable, the Board shall collect not more than one-half - *SB402_R1* – 88 – of the fee set forth in subsection 1 for the initial issuance of the license or certificate.

and - *SB402* – 88 – (3) Has not been held civilly or criminally liable for malpractice in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement to practice as a doctor of Oriental medicine pursuant to this section, the Board shall provide - *SB402_R1* – 89 – written notice to the applicant of any additional information required by the Board to consider the application.

- *SB402* – 89 – (a) Submit an application to the Board on forms provided by the Board;

If an applicant submits an application for a license by endorsement pursuant to section 93 of this act, the Board shall - *SB402_R1* – 90 – collect not more than one-half of the fee set forth in subsection 1 for the initial issuance of the license.

Except as otherwise provided in subsection 5, the Board shall offer the examination required by paragraph (b) of - *SB402* – 90 – subsection 1 at least two times each year at a time and place established by the Board.

- *SB402_R1* – 91 – (a) Holds a corresponding valid and unrestricted license to practice podiatry in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

Unless the Board denies the - *SB402* – 91 – application for good cause, the Board shall approve the application and issue a license by endorsement to practice podiatry to the applicant not later than:

At any time before making a final decision on an application for a license by endorsement pursuant to this section, - *SB402_R1* – 92 – the Board may grant a provisional license authorizing an applicant to practice podiatry in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board.

- *SB402* – 92 – (b) A complete set of fingerprints and written permission authorizing the Board to forward the fingerprints in the manner provided in NRS 635.067;

Unless the Board denies the application for good cause, the Board shall approve the - *SB402_R1* – 93 – application and issue a license by endorsement to practice as a podiatry hygienist to the applicant not later than:

- *SB402* – 93 – (b) Has received the degree of D.P.M., Doctor of Podiatric Medicine, from an accredited school of podiatry.

- *SB402_R1* – 94 – (b) Proof satisfactory to the Board that the requirements of subsection 2 have been met;

and - *SB402* – 94 – (2) States whether a disciplinary proceeding has ever been instituted against the applicant by the licensing board of that jurisdiction and, if so, the status of the proceeding;

- *SB402_R1* – 95 – (1) The applicant maintained an active practice in another state or the District of Columbia within the 5 years immediately preceding the application;

At least once every 2 years, the Board shall review and, if the Board deems it necessary, establish or revise, - *SB402* – 95 – within the limits prescribed a schedule of fees for the following purposes:

4 Not more than 6 [1.] (a) Examinations............................................................$250 [2.] (b) Applications for the issuance of a 1-year license..........................................................................................$600 [3.] (c) Renewal of a license..............................................$1,200 [4.] (d) Granting certification or issuing certificates .........$1,000 [5.] (e) Licensing of extended clinical facilities and other practice locations................................................................$500 [6.] (f) Individually verifying licensure or disciplinary status............................................................................................$100 [7.] (g) Late fee..................................................................$1,000 - *SB402_R1* – 96 – Not more than 3 [8.] (h) Any other service provided by the Board pursuant to this chapter.............................................................$1,000 2.

- *SB402* – 96 – (b) An affidavit stating that the information contained in the application and any accompanying material is true and correct;

- *SB402_R1* – 97 – 4.

- *SB402* – 97 – (2) Has not been disciplined and is not currently under investigation by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license to practice as a dispensing optician;

Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement to practice as a dispensing optician pursuant to this section, the Board shall - *SB402_R1* – 98 – provide written notice to the applicant of any additional information required by the Board to consider the application.

and - *SB402* – 98 – (b) Is an active member of, or the spouse of an active member of, the Armed Forces of the United States, a veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran.

- *SB402_R1* – 99 – (b) An affidavit stating that the information contained in the application and any accompanying material is true and correct;

- *SB402* – 99 – Sec.

(1) Served as an apprentice dispensing optician for not less than 3 years in an optical establishment where prescriptions for spectacles or contact lenses from given formulae are fitted and filled under the direct supervision of a licensed dispensing optician, licensed ophthalmologist or licensed optometrist for the purpose of acquiring experience in ophthalmic dispensing and has passed an - *SB402_R1* – 100 – educational program on the theory of ophthalmic dispensing approved by the Board;

and - *SB402* – 100 – (d) The procedures deemed necessary by the Board for applications for and the initial issuance of licenses by endorsement pursuant to section 106 of this act.

- *SB402_R1* – 101 – (a) Section 105 of this act, the Board shall collect not more than one-half of the fee set forth in subsection 2 for the initial issuance of the license.

(a) Holds a corresponding valid and unrestricted license to engage in the practice of audiology , [or] speech-language pathology [,] or fitting and dispensing hearing aids, as applicable, in the - *SB402* – 101 – District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

and - *SB402_R1* – 102 – (3) Has not been held civilly or criminally liable for malpractice in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

- *SB402* – 102 – 6.

- *SB402_R1* – 103 – (a) Holds a corresponding valid and unrestricted license to practice veterinary medicine, surgery, obstetrics or dentistry in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

Unless the Board denies the application for good cause, the Board shall approve the application and issue a license by endorsement to practice veterinary medicine, surgery, obstetrics - *SB402* – 103 – or dentistry to the applicant not later than 30 days after receiving all the additional information required by the Board to complete the application.

- *SB402_R1* – 104 – 6.

- *SB402* – 104 – 3.

A license by endorsement to practice as a euthanasia technician may be issued at a meeting of the Board or between its - *SB402_R1* – 105 – meetings by the President and Executive Director of the Board.

and - *SB402* – 105 – (3) Has not been held civilly or criminally liable for malpractice in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

Unless the Board denies the application for good cause, the Board shall approve the - *SB402_R1* – 106 – application and issue a license by endorsement to practice as a veterinary technician to the applicant not later than 30 days after receiving all the additional information required by the Board to complete the application.

- *SB402* – 106 – 2.

(b) Except as otherwise provided in subsection 3, has received a diploma conferring the degree of doctor of veterinary medicine or its equivalent from a school of veterinary medicine that is accredited by the Council on Education of the American Veterinary Medical Association or, if the applicant is a graduate of a school of veterinary medicine that is not accredited by the Council on Education of the American Veterinary Medical Association, that the applicant has received an educational certificate issued by the Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates of - *SB402_R1* – 107 – the American Veterinary Medical Association or, if the Educational Commission for Foreign Veterinary Graduates of the American Veterinary Medical Association ceases to exist, by an organization approved by the Board that certifies that the holder of the certificate has demonstrated knowledge and skill of veterinary medicine that is equivalent to the knowledge and skill of veterinary medicine of a graduate of a college of veterinary medicine that is accredited by the Council on Education of the American Veterinary Medical Association;

The Board may in its discretion license an applicant solely on the basis of oral interviews and practical demonstrations upon - *SB402* – 107 – sufficient proof that the applicant has, within the previous 5 years, successfully passed any examination approved by:

- *SB402_R1* – 108 – Sec.

- *SB402* – 108 – (a) A fee to be set by the Board in an amount not to exceed $500;

All examinees must be tested by a written examination which may be - *SB402_R1* – 109 – supplemented by oral interviews and practical demonstrations as the Board considers necessary.

- *SB402* – 109 – 1.

An - *SB402_R1* – 110 – applicant may submit to the Board an application for such a certificate if the applicant:

Unless the Board denies the application for good cause, the Board shall approve the application and issue a - *SB402* – 110 – certificate by endorsement as a registered pharmacist to the applicant not later than [45] 30 days after receiving all the additional information required by the Board to complete the application.

- *SB402_R1* – 111 – 7.

- *SB402* – 111 – 3.

- *SB402_R1* – 112 – 5.

and - *SB402* – 112 – (3) Has not been held civilly or criminally liable for malpractice in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement pursuant to this section, the Board shall provide written notice to the applicant of any additional - *SB402_R1* – 113 – information required by the Board to consider the application.

An applicant may - *SB402* – 113 – submit to the Board an application for such a license if the applicant:

(2) Has not been disciplined or investigated by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license as an - *SB402_R1* – 114 – occupational therapist [;] or occupational therapy assistant, as applicable;

At any time before making a final decision on an application for a license by endorsement pursuant to this section, the Board may grant a provisional license authorizing an applicant to practice as an - *SB402* – 114 – occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant, as applicable, in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board.

- *SB402_R1* – 115 – (b) Is certified by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board of Certification;

Unless the Board denies the - *SB402* – 115 – application for good cause, the Board shall approve the application and issue a license by endorsement as an athletic trainer to the applicant not later than:

At any time before making a final decision on an application for a license by endorsement pursuant to this section, the Board may grant a provisional license authorizing an - *SB402_R1* – 116 – applicant to practice as an athletic trainer in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board.

An applicant who submits proof of current certification as an athletic trainer by the National Athletic Trainers Association Board - *SB402* – 116 – of Certification, or its successor organization, is not required to pass the examination required by paragraph (f) of subsection 1.

- *SB402_R1* – 117 – 2.

- *SB402* – 117 – (a) Holds a corresponding valid and unrestricted license to practice massage therapy, reflexology or structural integration in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

and - *SB402_R1* – 118 – (3) Has not been held civilly or criminally liable for malpractice in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

- *SB402* – 118 – 5.

The Board shall, without examination, issue a license by endorsement to practice music therapy to an applicant who meets - *SB402_R1* – 119 – the requirements set forth in this section.

Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement to practice music therapy pursuant to this section, the Board shall provide written notice to the applicant of any additional information required by the Board - *SB402* – 119 – to consider the application.

- *SB402_R1* – 120 – 5.

and - *SB402* – 120 – (5) Proof that the applicant has passed the examination for board certification offered by the Certification Board for Music Therapists or its successor organization or is certified as a music therapist by that Board or its successor organization.

The Board shall, without examination, issue a license by endorsement to engage in the practice of dietetics to an applicant - *SB402_R1* – 121 – who meets the requirements set forth in this section.

Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement to engage in the practice - *SB402* – 121 – of dietetics pursuant to this section, the Board shall provide written notice to the applicant of any additional information required by the Board to consider the application.

A license by endorsement to engage in the practice of dietetics may be issued at a meeting of the Board or between its - *SB402_R1* – 122 – meetings by the Executive Officer of the Board.

or - *SB402* – 122 – (2) Is located in a foreign country if the application includes the documentation required by NRS 640E.160.

- *SB402_R1* – 123 – (e) Has successfully completed the Registration Examination for Dietitians administered by the Commission on Dietetic Registration of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics.

- *SB402* – 123 – 2.

- *SB402_R1* – 124 – (a) Holds a corresponding valid and unrestricted license as a psychologist in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

Unless the Board denies the application for good cause, - *SB402* – 124 – the Board shall approve the application and issue a license by endorsement as a psychologist to the applicant not later than:

- *SB402_R1* – 125 – 6.

and - *SB402* – 125 – (3) Has not been held civilly or criminally liable for malpractice in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

Unless the Board denies the application for good cause, the Board shall approve the application and issue a license by - *SB402_R1* – 126 – endorsement to practice as a marriage and family therapist or clinical professional counselor, as applicable, to the applicant not later than [45] 30 days after receiving all the additional information required by the Board to complete the application.

and - *SB402* – 126 – (b) Is an active member of, or the spouse of an active member of, the Armed Forces of the United States, a veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran.

- *SB402_R1* – 127 – (b) A complete set of fingerprints and written permission authorizing the Board to forward the fingerprints in the manner provided in NRS 641B.202;

- *SB402* – 127 – 6.

and - *SB402_R1* – 128 – (b) Is an active member of, or the spouse of an active member of, the Armed Forces of the United States, a veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran.

- *SB402* – 128 – (a) [Forty-five] Thirty days after receiving all the additional information required by the Board to complete the application;

- *SB402_R1* – 129 – 6.

- *SB402* – 129 – (b) A complete set of fingerprints and written permission authorizing the Board to forward the fingerprints in the manner provided in NRS 641C.260;

- *SB402_R1* – 130 – (a) [Forty-five] Thirty days after receiving all the additional information required by the Board to complete the application;

and - *SB402* – 130 – (b) Is an active member of, or the spouse of an active member of, the Armed Forces of the United States, a veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran.

- *SB402_R1* – 131 – (b) A complete set of fingerprints and written permission authorizing the Board to forward the fingerprints in the manner provided in NRS 641C.260;

- *SB402* – 131 – 6.

- *SB402_R1* – 132 – (a) Holds a corresponding valid and unrestricted certificate as a problem gambling counselor in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

Unless the Board denies the application for good cause, the Board shall approve the application and issue a - *SB402* – 132 – certificate by endorsement as a problem gambling counselor to the applicant not later than:

At any time before making a final decision on an application for a certificate by endorsement pursuant to this section, the Board - *SB402_R1* – 133 – may grant a provisional certificate authorizing an applicant to practice as a problem gambling counselor in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board.

and - *SB402* – 133 – (3) Has not been held civilly or criminally liable for malpractice in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement to practice the profession of embalming pursuant to this section, the Board shall provide written notice to the applicant of any additional information - *SB402_R1* – 134 – required by the Board to consider the application.

- *SB402* – 134 – (a) Holds a corresponding valid and unrestricted license, certificate or registration to practice or serve as a registered apprentice under a licensed embalmer in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

(2) Has not been disciplined or investigated by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license, - *SB402_R1* – 135 – certificate or registration to practice or serve as a registered apprentice under a licensed embalmer;

A certificate of registration by endorsement to serve as a registered apprentice may be issued at a meeting of the Board or - *SB402* – 135 – between its meetings by the Chair and Secretary of the Board.

The Board shall, without examination, issue a funeral director’s license by endorsement to an applicant who - *SB402_R1* – 136 – meets the requirements set forth in this section.

- *SB402* – 136 – 3.

A funeral director’s license by endorsement may be issued at a meeting of the Board or between its meetings by the Chair and - *SB402_R1* – 137 – Secretary of the Board.

(2) Has not been disciplined and is not currently under investigation by the corresponding regulatory authority of the - *SB402* – 137 – District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license to practice as a funeral arranger;

Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement to practice as a funeral arranger pursuant to this section, the Board shall provide written - *SB402_R1* – 138 – notice to the applicant of any additional information required by the Board to consider the application.

The Board shall, without examination, issue a permit by endorsement to operate a funeral establishment or a direct cremation facility, as applicable, to an applicant who meets - *SB402* – 138 – the requirements set forth in this section.

(2) Has not been disciplined and is not currently under investigation by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant - *SB402_R1* – 139 – holds a license, certificate or permit to operate a funeral establishment or a direct cremation facility, as applicable;

- *SB402* – 139 – 4.

- *SB402_R1* – 140 – Sec.

8 Application for a license, certificate or permit..................$375 Examination for a license, certificate or permit ..................375 Renewal of a license, certificate or permit..........................200 Late renewal of a license, certificate or permit ...................275 Placement of a license on inactive status.............................175 Reactivation of a license to active status.............................175 Reinstatement of a lapsed license........................................300 Transfer of a license, certificate or permit to another location...........................................................................225 Issuance of a duplicate license, certificate or permit.............75 Provision of an administrative service ..................................75 Regulatory fee, per written and signed agreement for funeral services to be furnished in this State..............10 2.

- *SB402* – 140 – 3.

- *SB402_R1* – 141 – 3.

An applicant who has passed the national examination given by the International Conference of - *SB402* – 141 – Funeral Service Examining Boards is not required to take any portion of the examination set forth in subsection 5 that repeats or duplicates a portion of the national examination.

- *SB402_R1* – 142 – (g) The laws and regulations of this State relating to funeral directing, funeral arranging and embalming.

and - *SB402* – 142 – 7.

- *SB402_R1* – 143 – Sec.

- *SB402* – 143 – 6.

- *SB402_R1* – 144 – 3.

- *SB402* – 144 – 2.

The Board shall, without examination, issue a license by endorsement to practice as a barber or an apprentice to an - *SB402_R1* – 145 – applicant who meets the requirements set forth in this section.

Unless the Board denies the application for good cause, the Board shall - *SB402* – 145 – approve the application and issue a license by endorsement to practice as a barber or an apprentice to the applicant not later than 30 days after receiving all the additional information required by the Board to complete the application.

- *SB402_R1* – 146 – 6.

- *SB402* – 146 – 4.

- *SB402_R1* – 147 – 3.

An applicant for a license as a barber who is a cosmetologist licensed pursuant to the provisions of chapter 644A of NRS and who fails to pass the examination conducted by the Board must - *SB402* – 147 – complete further study as prescribed by the Board, not exceeding 250 hours, in a barber school approved by the Board before he or she may retake the examination for a license as a barber.

An applicant for a license as an instructor who fails to pass the examination provided for in NRS 643.1775 may retake the - *SB402_R1* – 148 – examination for a license as an instructor.

and - *SB402* – 148 – (b) Is an active member of, or the spouse of an active member of, the Armed Forces of the United States, a veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran.

and - *SB402_R1* – 149 – (3) Has not been held civilly or criminally liable for malpractice in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

At any time before making a final decision on an application for a license or certificate of registration by endorsement, as applicable, pursuant to this section, the Board may grant a provisional license or certificate of registration, as applicable, authorizing an applicant to practice in one of the - *SB402* – 149 – practice areas listed in subsection 1 in accordance with regulations adopted by the Board.

- *SB402_R1* – 150 – Sec.

- *SB402* – 150 – (1) For 2 years, not less than $50 and not more than $100.

If an applicant submits an applications for a license or certificate of registration by endorsement, as applicable, pursuant to section 165 of this act, the Board shall collect not more than - *SB402_R1* – 151 – one-half of the fee set forth in subsection 2 for the initial issuance of the license or certificate of registration, as applicable.

- *SB402* – 151 – (d) The application and initial license fee specified in this chapter;

- *SB402_R1* – 152 – (a) Thirty days after receiving all the additional information required by the Division to complete the application;

- *SB402* – 152 – (d) Has passed the examination.

and - *SB402_R1* – 153 – (b) Shall not issue a license to such a person until at least 3 years after:

and - *SB402* – 153 – (c) The applicant has passed the examination in that state or territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia.

- *SB402_R1* – 154 – (a) The person has been issued a license as a real estate broker or broker-salesperson, or an equivalent license, by that state or territory of the United States, or the District of Columbia;

If the applicant is a limited-liability company which is applying to do business as a real estate broker, the company’s - *SB402* – 154 – articles of organization must designate a manager, and the name and address of the manager and each member must be listed in the application.

A license must not be issued - *SB402_R1* – 155 – under the same fictitious name to more than one licensee within the State.

An applicant for a license as a broker-salesperson or salesperson shall provide a verified statement from the broker with whom the applicant will be associated, expressing the intent of that - *SB402* – 155 – broker to associate the applicant with the broker and to be responsible for the applicant’s activities as a licensee.

- *SB402_R1* – 156 – 1.

- *SB402* – 156 – For each original real estate broker’s, broker- salesperson’s or corporate broker’s license..................$105 For each original real estate salesperson’s license................85license ................85 For each original branch office license ...............................120 For real estate education, research and recovery to be paid at the time an application for an original license is filed...................................................................40 - *SB402_R1* – 157 – For real estate education, research and recovery to be paid at the time an application for renewal of a license is filed................................................................40filed..............................................................$40 For each renewal of a real estate broker’s, broker- salesperson’s or corporate broker’s license....................180 For each renewal of a real estate salesperson’s license.............................................................................140 For each renewal of a real estate branch office license.............................................................................110 For each penalty for late filing of a renewal for a broker’s, broker-salesperson’s or corporate broker’s license ................................................................95 For each penalty for late filing of a renewal for a salesperson’s license ........................................................75 For each change of name or address......................................20 For each transfer of a real estate salesperson’s or broker-salesperson’s license and change of association or employment...............................................20 For each duplicate license where the original license is lost or destroyed, and an affidavit is made thereof ..............................................................................20 For each change of broker status from broker to broker-salesperson............................................................20 For each change of broker status from broker- salesperson to broker........................................................40 For each reinstatement to active status of an inactive real estate broker’s, broker- salesperson’s or salesperson’s license..............................20 For each reinstatement of a real estate broker’s license when the licensee fails to give immediate written notice to the Division of a change of name or business location ................................................30 For each reinstatement of a real estate salesperson’s or broker-salesperson’s license when he or she fails to notify the Division of a change of broker within 30 days of termination by previous broker ...........30 For each original registration of an owner-developer .........125 - *SB402* – 157 – For each annual renewal of a registration of an owner-developer...........................................................$125owner-developer.............................................................125 For each enlargement of the area of an owner- developer’s registration....................................................50 For each cooperative certificate issued to an out-of- state broker licensee for 1 year or fraction thereof ............................................................................150 - *SB402_R1* – 158 – For each original accreditation of a course of continuing education......................................................100education....................................................$100 For each renewal of accreditation of a course of continuing education........................................................50 For each annual approval of a course of instruction offered in preparation for an original license or permit.............................................................................100 9 2.

- *SB402* – 158 – (a) Proof satisfactory to the Commissioner that the applicant:

and - *SB402_R1* – 159 – (3) Has not been held civilly or criminally liable for malpractice in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

- *SB402* – 159 – Sec.

- *SB402_R1* – 160 – 2.

- *SB402* – 160 – 4.

An applicant for a license, and a licensee upon the issuance or renewal of a license, shall have a continuing obligation to provide - *SB402_R1* – 161 – written notification to the Division of any material change in the information contained in the application for an initial license or renewal of an existing license.

- *SB402* – 161 – (b) If a license is approved for issuance or renewal, $25.

If a licensee fails to pay the fee or submit all required information for the annual renewal of his or her license before its - *SB402_R1* – 162 – expiration, the license may be renewed only upon the payment of a fee one and one-half times the amount otherwise required for renewal.

(2) Has not been disciplined and is not currently under investigation by the corresponding regulatory authority of the - *SB402* – 162 – District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license to practice as a mortgage company;

- *SB402_R1* – 163 – (d) The application and initial license fee specified in this chapter;

- *SB402* – 163 – (a) Holds a corresponding valid and unrestricted license to practice as a mortgage loan originator in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

- *SB402_R1* – 164 – (2) Has not been disciplined and is not currently under investigation by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license to practice as a mortgage loan originator;

At any time before making a final decision on an application for a license by endorsement pursuant to this section, the Commissioner may grant a provisional license authorizing an - *SB402* – 164 – applicant to practice as a mortgage loan originator in accordance with regulations adopted by the Commissioner.

- *SB402_R1* – 165 – Sec.

(e) Include a general business plan and a description of the policies and procedures that the mortgage company and his or her - *SB402* – 165 – mortgage loan originators will follow to arrange and service loans and to conduct business pursuant to this chapter.

(i) Unless fingerprints were submitted to the Registry for the person, include a complete set of fingerprints for each natural person who is a principal, partner, officer, director or trustee of the - *SB402_R1* – 166 – applicant which the Division may forward to the Central Repository for Nevada Records of Criminal History for submission to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for its report.

- *SB402* – 166 – (5) Has not violated any provision of this chapter, a regulation adopted pursuant thereto or an order of the Commissioner.

- *SB402_R1* – 167 – (a) Make available electronically or at a location within this State the books, accounts, papers, records and files of the office or place of business located outside this State to the Commissioner or a representative of the Commissioner;

- *SB402* – 167 – (c) The information required pursuant to NRS 645B.051;

The person must also pay such additional expenses - *SB402_R1* – 168 – incurred in the process of investigation as the Commissioner deems necessary.

- *SB402* – 168 – (b) File a written application for a license as a mortgage loan originator with the Office of the Commissioner;

- *SB402_R1* – 169 – (2) Associated with or employed by, or have received an offer of a contract with or an offer of employment from, a person who holds a certificate of exemption pursuant to NRS 645B.016;

- *SB402* – 169 – (1) Has not been convicted of, or entered or agreed to enter a plea of guilty or nolo contendere to, a felony in a domestic, foreign or military court within the 7 years immediately preceding the date of the application, or at any time if such felony involved an act of fraud, dishonesty or a breach of trust, money laundering or moral turpitude;

(2) Has never had a license or registration as a mortgage agent, mortgage banker, mortgage broker, mortgage company, mortgage loan originator or residential mortgage loan originator - *SB402_R1* – 170 – revoked in this State or any other jurisdiction, or had a financial services license revoked within the immediately preceding 10 years;

- *SB402* – 170 – (a) Proof satisfactory to the Division that the applicant:

- *SB402_R1* – 171 – (b) A complete set of fingerprints and written permission authorizing the Division to forward the fingerprints in the manner provided in NRS 645C.300;

- *SB402* – 171 – Sec.

and - *SB402_R1* – 172 – (b) Is an active member of, or the spouse of an active member of, the Armed Forces of the United States, a veteran or the surviving spouse of a veteran.

or - *SB402* – 172 – (b) Ten days after the Division receives a report on the applicant’s background based on the submission of the applicant’s fingerprints,  whichever occurs later.

At any time before making a final decision on an application for a registration by endorsement pursuant to this section, the Division may grant a provisional registration - *SB402_R1* – 173 – authorizing an applicant to practice as an appraisal management company in accordance with regulations adopted by the Commission.

- *SB402* – 173 – 7.

- *SB402_R1* – 174 – (b) Who meets the educational requirements and has the experience prescribed in NRS 645C.330 or any regulation adopted pursuant to that section;

- *SB402* – 174 – Application for a certificate, license or registration card...............................................................................$100 Issuance or renewal of a certificate or license as a residential appraiser .......................................................320 Issuance or renewal of a certificate as a general appraiser.........................................................................420 Issuance of a permit.............................................................115 Issuance or renewal of a registration card...........................190 Issuance of a duplicate certificate or license for an additional office ...............................................................50 - *SB402_R1* – 175 – Change in the name or location of a business .......................20.....................$20 Reinstatement of an inactive certificate or license................30 Annual approval of a course of instruction offered in preparation for an initial certificate or license ...........100 Original approval of a course of instruction offered for continuing education.................................................100 Renewal of approval of a course of instruction offered for continuing education......................................50 2.

(a) State the name, residence address and business address of the applicant and the location of each principal office and branch office - *SB402* – 175 – at which the appraisal management company will conduct business within this State;

(d) Include a complete set of the fingerprints of the applicant or, if the applicant is not a natural person, a complete set of the - *SB402_R1* – 176 – fingerprints of each person who will have at least a 10-percent ownership interest in the appraisal management company as a principal, partner, officer, director or trustee, and written permission authorizing the Division to forward the fingerprints to the Central Repository for Nevada Records of Criminal History for submission to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for its report;

- *SB402* – 176 – (5) Has never had a professional license that was issued in this State or any other state, district or territory of the United States or any foreign country suspended or revoked which has not been subsequently reinstated;

- *SB402_R1* – 177 – (2) Has a process in place to review the work of each independent contractor that provides services to the appraisal management company to ensure that those services are conducted in accordance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice;

The - *SB402* – 177 – reapplication must demonstrate through a written statement, containing any necessary supporting evidence, that an error was made in the original application and that the applicant does otherwise qualify for registration.

- *SB402_R1* – 178 – Sec.

(a) Holds a corresponding valid and unrestricted license or certificate to practice as an inspector or energy auditor, as - *SB402* – 178 – applicable, in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

- *SB402_R1* – 179 – (2) Has not been disciplined and is not currently under investigation by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license or certificate to practice as an inspector or energy auditor, as applicable;

At any time before making a final decision on an application for a certificate or license by endorsement pursuant to this section, the Administrator may grant a provisional certificate - *SB402* – 179 – or license authorizing an applicant to practice as an inspector or energy auditor, as applicable, in accordance with regulations adopted by the Division.

- *SB402_R1* – 180 – Sec.

- *SB402* – 180 – (c) Has submitted proof that the person or his or her employer holds a policy of insurance that complies with the requirements of subsection 1 of NRS 645D.190;

(a) Has been convicted of, or entered a plea of guilty, guilty but mentally ill or nolo contendere to, forgery, embezzlement, obtaining - *SB402_R1* – 181 – money under false pretenses, larceny, extortion, conspiracy to defraud or any crime involving moral turpitude;

If an applicant submits an application for a certificate or license by endorsement pursuant to section 193 of this act, the - *SB402* – 181 – Division shall collect not more than one-half of the fee set forth in subsection 1 for the initial issuance of the certificate or license.

- *SB402_R1* – 182 – Sec.

- *SB402* – 182 – (d) The application and initial license fee specified in this chapter, if applicable;

Not later than 15 business days after receiving an application for a license by endorsement to practice as a person who performs any covered service for compensation, foreclosure consultant or loan modification consultant, as applicable, pursuant to this section, the Commissioner shall provide written notice to the applicant of any additional information required by - *SB402_R1* – 183 – the Commissioner to consider the application.

- *SB402* – 183 – (a) Holds a corresponding valid and unrestricted license as an exchange facilitator in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

- *SB402_R1* – 184 – (1) Satisfies the requirements of subsection 1;

At any time before making a final decision on an application for a license by endorsement pursuant to this section, - *SB402* – 184 – the Division may grant a provisional license authorizing an applicant to practice as an exchange facilitator in accordance with regulations adopted by the Division.

- *SB402_R1* – 185 – Sec.

- *SB402* – 185 – (a) Arrange to have taken, by a law enforcement agency or other authorized entity acceptable to the Division, a complete set of the applicant’s fingerprints and the fingerprints of each person or officer who will be conducting the business of the applicant in this State and who has authority to transfer exchange money held by the applicant;

- *SB402_R1* – 186 – (1) A completed fingerprint card and written permission authorizing the Division to submit the fingerprints described in paragraph (a) to the Central Repository for Nevada Records of Criminal History for submission to the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a report on the background of each person whose fingerprints were taken and to such other law enforcement agencies as the Division deems necessary;

- *SB402* – 186 – Sec.

- *SB402_R1* – 187 – (c) For the annual renewal of a license, at least $200;

- *SB402* – 187 – (1) Satisfies the requirements of subsection 1;

and - *SB402_R1* – 188 – (3) Has not been held civilly or criminally liable for malpractice in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

- *SB402* – 188 – 7.

- *SB402_R1* – 189 – (a) For the issuance of a certificate of registration, an application fee of $2,000 for the principal office and a fee of $500 for the issuance of the initial certificate of registration.

8 For each issuance of a duplicate registration or permit.............................................................................$50 For each change in the name or location of a business............................................................................20 For each change in the name or business address of a holder of a permit..........................................................20 3.

- *SB402* – 189 – (a) Proof satisfactory to the Board that the applicant:

(2) Has not been disciplined and is not currently under investigation by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license to practice as a private investigator, private patrol - *SB402_R1* – 190 – officer, process server, repossessor, dog handler, security consultant or polygraphic examiner, as applicable;

- *SB402* – 190 – 5.

- *SB402_R1* – 191 – 6.

(c) The successor to every such officer or a director shall, before entering upon the discharge of his or her duties, sign and verify a like statement, approved in like manner as this chapter prescribes for - *SB402* – 191 – an individual signatory to an application and shall transmit the statement to the Board.

The Board shall conduct such an investigation of the successor - *SB402_R1* – 192 – pursuant to NRS 648.100 as it deems necessary to verify the successor’s qualifications.

- *SB402* – 192 – (b) Committed any act constituting dishonesty or fraud.

- *SB402_R1* – 193 – (e) Been an officer, director, partner or manager of any firm, partnership, association or corporation which has been refused a license under this chapter or whose license has been revoked.

- *SB402* – 193 – (I) A baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university and have at least 1 year’s experience in investigation or polygraphic examination satisfactory to the Board;

- *SB402_R1* – 194 – (II) An associate degree from an accredited college or university and have at least 3 years’ experience;

- *SB402* – 194 – Sec.

A license issued pursuant to this chapter may not be issued or renewed until the applicant or licensee pays to the Board a license fee prescribed by the Board in an amount not - *SB402_R1* – 195 – exceeding $500 for each category of license being issued or renewed.

(2) Has not been disciplined and is not currently under investigation by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant - *SB402* – 195 – holds a license to practice as a collection agency or engage in the business of collecting claims for others, as applicable;

and - *SB402_R1* – 196 – (3) Has not been held civilly or criminally liable for malpractice in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

649.085 [Every] Except as otherwise provided in section 209 of this act, every individual applicant, every officer and director of a corporate applicant, and every member of a firm or partnership - *SB402* – 196 – applicant for a license as a collection agency or collection agent must submit proof satisfactory to the Commissioner that he or she:

- *SB402_R1* – 197 – 1.

- *SB402* – 197 – (h) All information required to complete the application.

- *SB402_R1* – 198 – 3.

A nonrefundable fee of not more than $500 for the application and survey must accompany each new application - *SB402* – 198 – for a license as a collection agency.

Each applicant shall also pay - *SB402_R1* – 199 – any additional expenses incurred in the process of investigation.

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 199200 – Sec.

Unless the Division denies the application for good - *SB402**SB402_R1* – 200201 – cause, the Division shall approve the application and issue a license by endorsement or a certificate by endorsement, as applicable, to operate, conduct, issue a report from or maintain a medical laboratory or to act as a laboratory director or laboratory personnel to the applicant not later than 30 days after receiving all the additional information required by the Division to complete the application.

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 201202 – Sec.

At the same time that the Board provides notice pursuant to chapter 233B of NRS or NRS 241.020 of any meeting or workshop relating to the adoption of a proposed regulation pursuant to this chapter, the Board shall submit an electronic copy of the notice to - *SB402**SB402_R1* – 202203 – the Radiation Therapy and Radiologic Imaging Advisory Committee created by NRS 653.450.

(2) If applying for a limited license to engage in radiologic imaging, holds a valid and unrestricted license, certificate or other credential to engage in radiologic imaging issued in any state of the - *SB402**SB402_R1* – 203204 – United States, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico or any other territory or possession of the United States;

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 204205 – (a) Holds a corresponding valid and unrestricted license to practice as a nursing facility administrator in the District of Columbia or any state or territory of the United States;

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 205206 – 5.

and - *SB402**SB402_R1* – 206207 – (e) Any other information required by the Board.

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 207208 – 2.

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 208209 – 7.

Have satisfactorily completed a course of instruction and training prescribed or approved by the Board or be qualified by - *SB402**SB402_R1* – 209210 – reason of the applicant’s education, training or experience to administer, supervise and manage a residential facility for groups;

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 210211 – 3.

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 211212 – Sec.

A certificate of registration by endorsement to practice as a certified court reporter may be issued by the Chair and Executive - *SB402**SB402_R1* – 212213 – Secretary of the Board.

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 213214 – Sec.

(e) For the renewal of a certificate which was suspended for failure to renew, the fee is an amount equal to all unpaid renewal - *SB402**SB402_R1* – 214215 – fees accrued plus a reinstatement fee that must be fixed by the Board annually at not more than $125 and not less than $75.

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 215216 – 3.

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 216217 – (2) Has not been disciplined and is not currently under investigation by the corresponding regulatory authority of the District of Columbia or the state or territory in which the applicant holds a license, certificate or registration to engage in the practice of realtime captioning;

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 217218 – Sec.

(1) That the applicant has completed the Educational Interpreter Performance Assessment administered by a public or private organization which is approved by the Division and received - *SB402**SB402_R1* – 218219 – a rating of his or her level of proficiency in providing interpreting services at least at level 3.0;

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 219220 – (a) Register each applicant who complies with the applicable provisions of this section as an interpreter described in the applicable paragraph of subsection 1;

[;] - *SB402**SB402_R1* – 220221 – (e) A list of the members of the staff of the board or commission .

[;] (o) Any recommendations for statutory changes which are necessary for the board or commission to carry out its objectives and programs [;.

and][; .

and] (p) Any anticipated change in regulations adopted by the board or commission or any anticipated adoption of new regulations by the board or commission.

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 221222 – (x) The number of applications reviewed on an individual basis by the board or commission or the executive head of the board or commission.

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 222223 – 3.

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 223224 – (b) The notice of intent to act upon the regulation set forth in NRS 233B.0603;

- *SB402**SB402_R1* – 224225 – Sec.

Unless the Commission denies an application for a license is denied for good cause,cause thepursuant Commissionto shallregulations approveadopted by the Commission, the application andmust issuebe approved and a license must be issued to the personsperson not later than 30 days after receiving the application for the license.license is received.

245.5.

1.

On or before June 1, 2022, the State Board of Oriental Medicine created by NRS 634A.030 shall:

(a) Hold one or more meetings to deliberate on and propose changes to the name of the Board and the terminology for the profession and practice regulated by the Board;

and (b) Submit those proposed changes to the Sunset Subcommittee of the Legislative Commission created by NRS 232B.210.

2.

The Sunset Subcommittee shall include in its biennial report submitted to the Legislative Commission pursuant to NRS 232B.250 the proposed changes submitted to it pursuant to subsection 1 and any recommendations relating thereto.

Sec.

- *SB402_R1* – 226 – Sec.

(a) Upon passage and approval for the purpose of adopting any regulations and performing any other preparatory administrative taskstas(b) thatOn areJuly necessary1, to2021, carryfor outall theother provisionspurposes.sions of this act;

and H - *SB402**SB402_R1* – 225 – (b) On July 1, 2021, for all other purposes.

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