Bill Description: House Bill 119 would repeal occupational licensing requirements for certified shorthand reporters.

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Does it increase barriers to entry into the market? Examples include occupational licensure, the minimum wage, and restrictions on home businesses. Conversely, does it remove barriers to entry into the market?

House Bill 119 would repeal Chapter 31, Title 54, Idaho Code, the "Idaho Certified Shorthand Reporters Act."

Occupational licensing is a government-created barrier to market participation, which increases costs and limits consumer choice. Additionally, the existence of licensing mandates can create a false sense of safety and sufficiency based on compliance with government standards that may be inappropriate or outdated. Conversely, in a more competitive and less regulated market, providers of goods and services work to outclass each other in the value they provide to consumers.

Removing occupational licensing requirements benefits both professionals and the clients and customers they serve. 

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Does it directly or indirectly create or increase any taxes, fees, or other assessments? Conversely, does it eliminate or reduce any taxes, fees, or other assessments?

Occupational licensing involves fees imposed on licensed firms and/or individuals to fund the regulatory boards and bodies that oversee their respective professions. Repealing occupational licensing requirements also repeals associated fees and assessments. Removing these fees benefits both professionals and the clients and customers they serve.

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