58-76-103. Professional Geologist Education and Enforcement Account.

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(1)There is created a restricted account within the General Fund known as the "Professional Geologist Education and Enforcement Account."

(2)The restricted account shall consist of money from:

(a)a surcharge fee established by the department in accordance with Section 63J-1-504 , placed on initial, renewal, and reinstatement licensure fees under this chapter not to exceed 50% of the respective initial, renewal, or reinstatement licensure fee;

(b)administrative penalties collected pursuant to this chapter; and

(c)interest earned on money in the account.

(3)Money in the account may be appropriated by the Legislature for the following purposes:

(a)education and training of licensees under this chapter;

(b)education and training of the public or other interested persons in matters concerning geology laws and practices;

(c)enforcement of this chapter by:

(i)investigating unprofessional or unlawful conduct;

(ii)providing legal representation to the division when legal action is taken against a person engaging in unprofessional or unlawful conduct; and

(iii)monitoring compliance of renewal requirements; and

(d)education and training of board members.

Amended by Chapter 303 , 2011 General Session