HB2008 eases up on licensing requirements for plumbers, HVAC, and electricians.
The West Virginia State House of Representatives passed HB2008 on March 18, 2021 by a vote of 59 to 40. We have assigned pluses to the ayes because oppressive and Marxist licensure requirements negatively affect the economy. Licensure requirements infringe on an individual’s ability to earn a living or jump into a profession. Licensure requirements lead to reduced competition, which leads to higher prices and reduced innovation.