HB 287

Abstract

Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation; practice of geology; definitions. Expands the definition of the practice of geology to include the performance of any professional service or work wherein the principles and methods of geology are applied, including (i) investigating, evaluating, and consulting; (ii) geological mapping; (iii) describing the natural processes that act upon the earth's materials; (iv) predicting the probable occurrence of natural processes; and (v) inspecting, planning, and performing and supervising geological work in order to enhance and protect the health, safety, and welfare of the public and the environment. The bill also defines "geological mapping." The bill contains technical amendments. This bill is identical to SB 184.

Department of Professional and OccupationalRegulation; practice of geology; definitions. Expands the definitionof the practice of geology to include the performance of any professionalservice or work wherein the principles and methods of geology areapplied, including (i) investigating, evaluating, and consulting;(ii) geological mapping; (iii) describing the natural processes thatact upon the earth's materials; (iv) predicting the probable occurrenceof natural processes; and (v) inspecting, planning, and performingand supervising geological work in order to enhance and protect thehealth, safety, and welfare of the public and the environment. Thebill contains technical amendments.