New licensure requirements for geologists passed

Lawmakers passed a bill Feb. 11 that establishes stronger licensure requirements for geologists practicing in the state.

Under LB91, introduced by Malcolm Sen. Ken Haar, the state Board of Geologists can:
• deny a license to any applicant deemed to have an issue of moral turpitude, a felony conviction, or suspension or revocation of an existing license;
• grant licensure to any out of state geologist with at least 15 years of relevant experience under a reciprocity agreement;
• require continuing education of all license-holders; and
• admit members to the board from any Nebraska college or university.

Senators passed the bill on a 49-0 vote.