The Committee on Labor, Commerce and Industry proposes the following Amendment No. 1 to H. 3243 (COUNCIL\WAB\3243C001.RT.WAB21):

Reference is to the bill as introduced.

Amend the bill, as and if amended, by striking all after the enacting words and inserting

/ SECTION 1. Article 1, Chapter 1, Title 40 of the 1976 Code is amended by adding:

"Section 40-1-35.A person who has a current and valid employment authorization approved by federal immigration authorities shall be eligible for occupational or professional licensure under the provisions of this title provided all other applicable requirements are met."

SECTION2. This act takes effect upon approval by the Governor. /