Georgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger praised the signing of House Bill 579 by Georgia Governor Brian Kemp last week, which aims to simplify professional licensing in the state. This reform, which Raffensperger and his office have worked on since 2019, eliminates bureaucratic barriers for workers, promoting economic opportunities for Georgians.

Raffensperger emphasized that this reform is about reducing government interference and helping citizens get back to work. The law improves outdated regulations, allowing qualified individuals to contribute to the economy while maintaining safety standards.

Key features of HB579 include administrative license issuance, temporary licenses, an extended grace period for expired licenses, and the ability for the Governor to remove underperforming board members. Raffensperger highlighted the collaboration with Governor Kemp and state legislators in achieving this change, which aims to boost Georgia’s workforce participation, support small businesses, and attract talent.