Regular Session
Government Affairs & Regulatory Compliance Analysis
HB3214 immediately reduces the mandatory experience required for a Journeyman Plumber to sit for the Master Plumber exam from four years to two years (or one year with specific training). This deregulation significantly expands the pool of eligible Master Plumbers but requires plumbing contractors and facility managers to immediately adjust retention strategies, liability insurance reviews, and subcontractor qualification standards.
Rep. Keresa Richardson·House Bill·Regular Session
Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners
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Key implementation requirements and action items for compliance with this legislation
"Accepted by the Board" Training Programs:
Section 1(B)(ii) allows licensure after one year if the applicant completes a training program "accepted by the board." While US DOL programs are explicitly approved, the TSBPE has not yet published a definitive list of *other* accepted private training programs.
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Common questions about HB3214
HB3214 immediately reduces the mandatory experience required for a Journeyman Plumber to sit for the Master Plumber exam from four years to two years (or one year with specific training). This deregulation significantly expands the pool of eligible Master Plumbers but requires plumbing contractors and facility managers to immediately adjust retention strategies, liability insurance reviews, and subcontractor qualification standards.
HB3214 was authored by Texas Representative Keresa Richardson during the Regular Session.
HB3214 was signed into law by Governor Greg Abbott on June 20, 2025.
HB3214 is enforced by Texas State Board of Plumbing Examiners.
The regulatory priority for HB3214 is rated as "moderate". Businesses and organizations should review the legislation to understand potential impacts.
The cost impact of HB3214 is estimated as "low". This may vary based on industry and implementation requirements.
HB3214 addresses topics including occupational regulation, occupational regulation--other trades & professions, plumbers & plumbing and plumbing examiners, texas state board of.
Key dates for HB3214: Effective date is 2025-06-20. Rulemaking: Adopt rules to implement the reduction of the mandatory journeyman experience period from 4 years to 2 years for Master Plumber applicants. (As soon as practicable after 2025-06-20). Consult with legal counsel regarding applicability.
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