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Patrick Morrisey: “The licensing reciprocity bill [has led to] more people…”

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Published December 11, 2025 | Video Starts at 04:13

I think we're coming off a successful session in 2025. If you look at the things that we've championed, in particular The licensing reciprocity bill [has led to] more people filing to become contractors here in the Mountain State. And at least part of that is due to the licensing reciprocity bill. That's wonderful news. More people coming to work because it's easier to work here in the Mountain State. (04:13–04:28)

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