SB 1157 - Nurrenbern, Maggie
Establishes provisions relating to the issuance of professional and occupational licenses to certain individuals with federal employment authorizations
Bill Details
Sponsor
LR Number
3905S.01I
Title
SB 1157
House Handler
N/A
Journal Page
Effective Date
August 28, 2026
Current Status
Second Read and Referred S Emerging Issues and Professional Registration Committee
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Amendments
No amendments available
CURRENT BILL SUMMARY
SB 1157 - This act provides that a person has demonstrated lawful presence for eligibility of a professional or occupational license if the person submits certain documents relating to employment authorization issued by certain federal agencies, as described in the act. A professional or occupational license issued to a person demonstrating lawful presence under this act shall be valid only for the period of time during which the employment authorization is valid.
This act is identical to SB 738 (2025).
KATIE O'BRIEN