Sponsor: Rep Eric Burlison, District 133 (R)

Recommendation: Support

The bill specifies that an individual may engage in the occupation of his or her choice, free from unreasonable government regulation. The state may not impose a substantial burden on an individual's pursuit of his or her occupation or profession unless there is a compelling interest for the state to protect the general welfare. If an interest exists, the regulation adopted by the state must be the least restrictive type of regulation consistent with the public interest to be protected.