The Wise Report
Henry M. Wise, P.G.
March 18, 2012
The Texas Board of Professional Geoscientists (TBPG) proposes an amendment to 22 TAC §851.29, regarding licensure by endorsement, reciprocal agreement, and reciprocal licensure by similar examination. The proposed amendment would mitigate the barriers to reciprocal licensure of persons licensed in other states and jurisdictions who were licensed under a grandfather provision, provided they meet certain qualifications for licensure.
In a nutshell, this proposal will allow geologists who are grandfathered in other states and practicing for a certain number of years to obtain a Professional Geoscientist license in Texas without having to take any ASBOG exam. There is no provision for other states to do the same thing for Texas PGs.
For more information go to: http://www.sos.state.tx.us/texreg/sos/PROPOSED/22.EXAMINING%20BOARDS.html#81. You have until April 15, 2012 to make comments.
Henry M. Wise, P.G.
The Wise Report
3/18/2012