Legislative Issues

Public Protection Through Geology Licensure

March 15th, 2011

The Fundamentals of Geology Examination and the required five to seven years of practical experience necessary to take the exam is a requirement for any geologist to become a Professional Geologist in the state of Florida. About half of the … Continue reading

Dear Florida PGs

March 14th, 2011

Today March 14, 2011, FAPG/AIPG became aware that the House Business and Consumer Affairs Subcommittee has released their proposed committee bill (PCB BCAS – 11-01) on deregulation of professions and businesses. The bill deregulates multiple professions and businesses including geologists. … Continue reading

Letter to Representative

March 13th, 2011

This a combination of the Geatz letter and the FAPG white paper. Please feel free to use, tweak, etc. Mike Alfieri, P.G. FAPG/AIPG FL Section Secretary Honorable Representative XXXXX, I appreciate this opportunity to discuss Professional Geologists in Florida, the … Continue reading

FAPG/AIPG members

March 10th, 2011

Thanks for your show of support in contacting Representative Gaetz’ office with your request to have HB 4133 withdrawn. Many of you have asked what the motive is for attempting to repeal PG licensure. There’s no clear answer yet, but … Continue reading

Legislative Update March 2011

March 5th, 2011

In previous years, efforts were made to change three existing Florida statutes of significance to Florida’s professional geologists. We succeeded in enacting changes to the Water Resources Act. FAPG-AIPG still requires effort from its membership to encourage members of appropriate … Continue reading