Massachusetts § 197A - Hearing instrument specialists licensed out of state
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 197A — Hearing instrument specialists licensed out of state, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 197A. Hearing instrument specialists licensed out of state
Section 197A. An individual who holds a license as a hearing instrument specialist or the equivalent thereof as determined by the board from a state which is deemed by the board to have substantially equivalent or higher licensure requirements than those of the commonwealth may be licensed as a hearing instrument specialist without satisfying the requirements of clause (4) of subsection (f) of section 197. The word ''state'', as used in this section, shall include a state or territory of the United States, the District of Columbia, the commonwealth of Puerto Rico or a foreign country, state or province.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 197A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 197A cover?
Section 197A ("Hearing instrument specialists licensed out of state") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Massachusetts § 197A?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 197A apply to my situation?
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