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Pennsylvania lawmakers are cracking down on title fraud by banning non-licensees from claiming CPA or public accountant status!

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Lawmakers prohibit unauthorized use of CPA and public accountant titles in Pennsylvania
Bill section bans non-licensees from claiming CPA or public accountant status in Commonwealth
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July 2, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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🤝 We’ll discuss practical applications, legal considerations, and future development of AI and digital forensics in regulatory investigations.
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October 20, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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Tennessee soil scientists are rallying against a controversial bill that could eliminate their professional licensure, raising serious concerns for public health and environmental safety.

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Soil Scientists oppose bill aiming to revoke licensure in Tennessee
Randy Dickerson from Soil Scientist Society of Tennessee testifies against bill removing licensure.
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March 26, 2025 at 9:08 PM
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Laurence Harris successfully defends Band 7 nurse facing multiple dishonesty allegations in fitness to practise proceedings.

Laurence Harris was instructed by Michelle Stewart of Thompsons Law.

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Laurence Harris successfully defends Band 7 nurse facing multiple dishonesty allegations in fitness to practise proceedings
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January 20, 2025 at 9:25 AM
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Colorado is set to transform the funeral and mortuary professions with new licensing requirements that will ensure public safety and professional standards by 2027.

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Colorado mandates licensure for mortuary science professionals by 2027
Mortuary science practitioners in Colorado must acquire licenses by January 2027.
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June 10, 2025 at 9:24 PM
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Delighted to have presented my paper on ‘Distilling the Essence of Professionalism: #ComparativeLaw Insights into #Tort Liability as a Guide to #ProfessionalRegulation’ at the British Association of Comparative Law 75th Anniversary Workshop at the @cam.ac.uk. Many thanks to the organisers!
July 14, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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Oklahoma is revamping its State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering, ensuring professional standards are upheld through 2028!

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Oklahoma Legislature reestablishes State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering until 2028
Oklahoma re-creates the State Board of Cosmetology and Barbering with new term ending 2028.
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May 9, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Indiana's House Bill 1354 is set to raise the bar for veterinary professionals by requiring national criminal history checks, igniting a heated debate on safety versus accessibility.

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Indiana General Assembly amends licensing requirements for veterinarians and technicians
Assembly updates Indiana Code for licensing and certification of veterinary professionals effective July 2025
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March 25, 2025 at 9:14 AM
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Missouri's HB 851 is set to revolutionize healthcare by empowering professionals to delegate tasks to trained employees, enhancing efficiency and patient care!

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Representative Davis introduces HB 851 to regulate delegation of healthcare tasks in Missouri
HB 851 allows healthcare professionals to delegate tasks to trained employees under specific conditions.
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May 17, 2025 at 1:43 AM
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New proposals for license renewals could transform the way Kansas social workers manage their certifications—exciting changes are on the horizon!

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Kansas Social Workers Survey Yields 2000 Responses Ahead of Draft Report Release
Survey of Kansas social workers gains significant response as draft report is finalized.
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August 17, 2025 at 1:00 AM
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Massachusetts is raising the bar for dental applicants with new fingerprint-based background checks for Compact License Privilege!

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Board of Registration in Dentistry Implements Fingerprint-Based Criminal Background Checks
Board mandates fingerprint checks for applicants seeking Compact License Privilege.
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September 6, 2025 at 8:37 AM
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New Mexico's groundbreaking House Bill 441 aims to revolutionize dental care access by creating a compact that simplifies licensure for dentists and hygienists across state lines.

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Commission establishes dental compact for state licensing collaboration
Joint commission formed to enhance interstate dental licensure for dentists and hygienists.
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March 3, 2025 at 12:03 PM
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The Texas Supreme Court is diving deep into whether lawyers representing themselves should face different communication rules than non-lawyers, raising questions of fairness and ethics that could reshape legal practice.

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Texas Supreme Court presses counsel on lawyer-as-party ethics rule in oral argument session
At an oral-argument session, the Supreme Court of Texas heard three cases and focused extensive questioning on whether the disciplinary rule forbidding certain communications applies when a lawyer represents themself. Justices discussed conflicting guidance from ethics authorities, the stated purposes of the rule, and sanctions previously imposed,;
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November 6, 2025 at 11:47 PM
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Vermont's Senate is set to boost the professional regulation fund by $200,000 with new fee proposals that could impact various professions!

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OPR proposes new fees to boost professional regulation fund by $200000
Proposed fee increases aim to generate $200000 for the professional regulation fund.
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April 21, 2025 at 3:27 PM
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North Dakota dentists are sounding the alarm over proposed complaint process changes that could threaten open communication and fairness in their profession.

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North Dakota dental board raises concerns over new complaint filing process
Dentists warn new complaint rules may hinder board's ability to ensure care quality
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March 21, 2025 at 4:48 AM
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Vermont is on the brink of a healthcare revolution as the OPR recommends certification for doulas, paving the way for potential Medicaid coverage and greater recognition in the medical community.

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OPR recommends certification for doulas amid Medicaid coverage discussions
OPR concludes certification is best regulation approach for doulas after harm study.
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May 9, 2025 at 4:39 AM
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New Mexico's Senate Bill 104 could revolutionize how audiologists and speech-language pathologists are regulated, granting remote states the power to take disciplinary actions across state lines!

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Remote states gain authority to discipline audiologists and speech-language pathologists
Remote states can now take disciplinary actions against audiologists based on reported conduct.
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March 1, 2025 at 8:13 AM
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Oklahoma has just taken a significant step by extending the State Board of Licensed Social Workers until 2027, ensuring vital support for mental health professionals!

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Oklahoma legislature extends State Board of Licensed Social Workers until 2027
Oklahoma approves legislation re-creating State Board of Licensed Social Workers until July 2027
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May 8, 2025 at 7:34 PM
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Vermont lawmakers are shaking up professional regulations to protect complainants' privacy while introducing new licensing fees—what does this mean for early childhood educators?

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OPR bill advances confidentiality for complaints and introduces new licensing fees
Legislation ensures complaint confidentiality while introducing fees for licensure verification.
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May 23, 2025 at 4:46 AM
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Unlicensed social workers and counselors in Pennsylvania could face fines as steep as $10,000—are you aware of the risks?

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Pennsylvania Board Authorized to Impose $10K Civil Penalty for Unlicensed Practice
Board may penalize unlicensed practitioners of social work and counseling up to $10,000.
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August 29, 2025 at 10:43 PM
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Georgia's House Bill 567 could revolutionize dental care by allowing hygienists to practice independently, sparking heated debates about access, quality, and patient safety.

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Georgia Board to Expand Dental Hygienists Practice and Set Regulatory Standards
Georgia Board advances legislation to broaden dental hygienists' practice and implement regulations.
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March 1, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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Massachusetts has just established a groundbreaking board to regulate and oversee licensed commercial interior design practices—what does this mean for the industry?

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Massachusetts Board of Registration Establishes Regulations for Commercial Interior Designers
Board defined to regulate licensed commercial interior design practice and ensure oversight.
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August 10, 2025 at 6:15 PM
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New on CanLII: "Policy Making for Regulators" by Bernie LeBlanc ; as featured in the May 2024 issue of Steinecke Maciura LeBlanc's Grey Areas newsletter #professionalregulation #legalcommentary zurl.co/yhMx
May 2, 2024 at 9:36 PM
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Pennsylvania is taking a bold step to safeguard mental health by regulating social work and counseling practices!

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Commonwealth Declares Social Work and Counseling Practices Subject to Regulation
Bill establishes regulatory framework for licensed social work and counseling professions
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August 29, 2025 at 10:44 PM
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For insightful commentary on legal issues affecting professional regulation, check out Steinecke Maciura LeBlanc's monthly newsletter Grey Areas! CanLII hosts all issues of Grey Areas dating back to 2001 -- that's over 260 articles! #professionalregulation #legalcommentary zurl.co/LeRze
July 22, 2025 at 7:41 PM