Senators Cash and Climer propose the following amendment (SR-3605.KM0007S):

Amend the bill, as and if amended, SECTION 3, by striking Section 40-1-140(A)(1) and inserting:

Section 40-1-140. (A)(1) A professional or occupational board may not deny a license to an applicant solely because of a prior criminal conviction, unless the criminal conviction directly relates to the duties, responsibilities, or fitness of the occupation or profession for which the applicant is seeking a license.