Model Policies
Model Policies (page 11)
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Provisional Licenses for Ex-Offenders Act
Section 1. {Provisional License} (A) Notwithstanding any other law and unless the applicant has been convicted of an offense described by Section 2, a licensing authority shall issue to an…
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Right to Earn a Living Act
Right to Earn a Living Act Summary Among the rights Americans cherish the most are freedoms to pursue a chosen enterprise or profession. Yet of all…
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Occupational Licensing Defense Act
{Title, enacting clause, etc.} Section 1. {Purpose} This Act’s purpose is to: (A) Ensure that an individual may pursue a lawful occupation free from unnecessary occupational regulations, and (B) Protect…
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Natural Hair Braiding Protection Act
Section 1. {Purpose} Natural hair braiding is a traditional practice that is safe. It presents no significant health and safety risks to customers or practitioners. This state should protect liberty. It…
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Occupational Board Antitrust Reform Act
A bill for an act relating to occupational regulations contrary to the Sherman (Antitrust) Act; establishing the state policy for the regulation of occupations, specifying criteria for government regulation to increase…
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The Occupational Licensing Consumer Choice Act
The Occupational Licensing Consumer Choice Act The Occupational Licensing Consumer Choice Act (“the Act”) is model legislation that provides consumers with the right to choose a worker who…
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Collateral Consequences Reduction Act
Collateral Consequences Reduction Act A bill for an act relating to occupational regulations; establishing a process to review criminal record to reduce offenders’ disqualifications from state recognition;…
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Resolution Supporting Efforts of Telehealth Working Group
WHEREAS, the cost of healthcare has grown an average of 2.4 percent faster than GDP since 1970 and currently represents 18 percent of the United States’ total GDP; and WHEREAS,…
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Resolution Concerning the EPA’s Underground Injection Control Class VI Rule
WHEREAS, coal and natural gas power plants and other industrial facilities electing to undertake carbon capture projects for the purposes of geologic sequestration are required to receive approval under the…
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Whistleblower Immunity Act
Summary The purpose of this Act is to encourage the exposure of negligent health care providers. This Act limits liability for certain information and safeguards the confidentiality of individuals who…
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Resolution Urging the Presidential Administration to Sign Bilateral Investment Agreement with Taiwan
Resolution Urging the Presidential Administration to Sign Bilateral Investment Agreement with Taiwan Model Policy Summary The U.S.-Taiwan relationship has been characterized by increasing economic investment and…
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Resolution on State Jurisdiction and Supremacy
Resolution on State Jurisdiction and Supremacy WHEREAS on June 28, 2012, U.S. Supreme Court Chief Justice Roberts noted in the NFIB vs. Sebelius decision, “The states…
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Resolution Urging Congress to Support Allowing Twin 33-Foot Trailers on American Highways
Whereas, there is a need to modernize regulations in trucking that will advance America’s transportation system, improve roadway conditions and improve the reliability and efficiency of deliveries in interstate commerce,…
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Food Freedom Act
Section 1. Short Title. This act shall be known as the “Food Freedom Act.” Section 2. Purposes. This act’s purposes are to: recognize the right of individuals to…
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Resolution on State and Political Subdivision Jurisdiction Act
Resolution on State and Political Subdivision Jurisdiction General Description: This joint resolution of the Legislature declares and asserts the jurisdictional right of the state of…
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Checks and Balances in Government Amendment
Checks and Balances in Government Amendment Article 1 Title. This article is known as the “Checks and Balances in Government Amendment.” Article 2 Denial of State Personnel and…
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Resolution for Reform of Counterproductive Export Control Policies
Resolution for Reform of Counterproductive Export Control Policies Policy Summary A number of American goods and products have potentially lucrative export markets but are unable…
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Federalism Education Requirements for Public Attorneys
Federalism Education Requirements for Public Attorneys Whereas, the High Court has reiterated time and again that the sovereignty, jurisdiction, and even the supremacy of the States in their…
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Resolution Regarding the Impact of Federal Lands on the State Education System
WHEREAS, the power to tax is the fuel of self-governance; WHEREAS, the right and authority of state and local governments to promote the highest value and use of land is…
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Resolution on Protective Orders
WHEREAS, proposals have been put forth in a number of state legislatures that would make it extremely difficult to maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information (e.g., trade…