The U.T.A.A. - a law to ensure that those who grant professional certification are required to follow the principles of universal design.
Sec. 1. PURPOSE The purpose of this act is to ensure that professional licensing examinations in Vermont evaluate competency rather than speed, ensuring fair access for all applicants, by mandating that all licensing exams are untimed.
Sec. 2. 26 V.S.A. chapter 1 (General Provisions) is amended to read:§ 103. LICENSING EXAMINATIONS; REMOVAL OF TIME LIMITS(a) Notwithstanding any provision of law to the contrary, all examinations for initial licensure, certification, or registration for any profession or occupation regulated under this title shall be administered without a fixed time limit.(b) An applicant shall be allowed as much time as necessary to complete any examination.(c) The Office of Professional Regulation and all boards attached to it shall revise their examination policies to ensure compliance with this section. Sec. 3. EFFECTIVE DATE