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End Occupational Licensing---a protectionist barrier to work for many
Posted on 3/21/17 at 9:45 am
Posted on 3/21/17 at 9:45 am
In Louisiana we license florist and barbers and all kinds of occupations that have no real threat to the public.
It is time to end that nonsense and let people have access to those jobs without a state bureaucrat in the way.
Occupational Licensing Reform Gives More Americans a Shot at Success
It is time to end that nonsense and let people have access to those jobs without a state bureaucrat in the way.
Occupational Licensing Reform Gives More Americans a Shot at Success
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Posted on 3/21/17 at 9:46 am to I B Freeman
I could get behind this for a few fields, especially the two you mentioned
This post was edited on 3/21/17 at 9:46 am
Posted on 3/21/17 at 9:47 am to I B Freeman
Hemphead has made a couple compelling posts about this.
If one can sit and pass the bar any can't they practice law, even if it's on a conditional basis first (with a mentor or something)?
Although, maybe it's irrational, I wouldn't be able to use a physician who didn't have the credentials and reputation.
Even if we accept that those fields need it, but something like florists? Come on. There is no compelling argument to have a licensing board.
If one can sit and pass the bar any can't they practice law, even if it's on a conditional basis first (with a mentor or something)?
Although, maybe it's irrational, I wouldn't be able to use a physician who didn't have the credentials and reputation.
Even if we accept that those fields need it, but something like florists? Come on. There is no compelling argument to have a licensing board.
This post was edited on 3/21/17 at 9:52 am
Posted on 3/21/17 at 9:48 am to I B Freeman
Do you need a license to be a florist or barber, or do employers/customers prefer to do business with licensed individuals?
Posted on 3/21/17 at 9:49 am to I B Freeman
What would happen to you if you served drinks without a Louisiana Bartender License?
Posted on 3/21/17 at 9:49 am to I B Freeman
quote:Nah, frick you!
In Louisiana we license florist and barbers and all kinds of occupations that have no real threat to the public.
If I get a bad haircut it's a damn tragedy.
Posted on 3/21/17 at 9:50 am to I B Freeman
I think it's necessary to protect the public: medicine, law, etc. The problem is they overregulate and just become burdensome. One thing about occupational licensing is it appears to protect certain industries from automation.
Posted on 3/21/17 at 9:53 am to I B Freeman
quote:I totally agree.
It is time to end that nonsense and let people have access to those jobs without a state bureaucrat in the way.
It takes 4 years working under a licensed plumber to get your license. 4 years to hook up pipes!
Some occupations like electricians I can see. It's very dangerous and mistakes in installation can kill others.
Posted on 3/21/17 at 10:01 am to I B Freeman
Just asking but if a professional "whatever" is bonded does that mean they are under state guidelines that they have to adhere to?
Posted on 3/21/17 at 10:17 am to I B Freeman
quote:
In Louisiana we license florist and barbers and all kinds of occupations that have no real threat to the public.
You ever had a bad haircut?
Posted on 3/21/17 at 10:27 am to I B Freeman
I agree that there are many professions where regulation isn't needed.
Some may need it in specific areas (for example, does the cosmetologist understand basic health and safety practices when dealing with clients).
But in many cases it's overdone. My stepdaughter needed 1,500 hours in cosmetology training to get her license. She flat out admitted that she could have learned most of what she did on YouTube (and could teach it better than her instructors).
Some may need it in specific areas (for example, does the cosmetologist understand basic health and safety practices when dealing with clients).
But in many cases it's overdone. My stepdaughter needed 1,500 hours in cosmetology training to get her license. She flat out admitted that she could have learned most of what she did on YouTube (and could teach it better than her instructors).
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