As a member of ALOA Security Professionals Association, Inc., (ALOA) you benefit from the association’s legislative advocacy efforts. We stay on top of issues affecting the industry to help us keep you informed, and we stay in contact with elected officials and government agencies on federal, state and local levels to advocate for the benefit of security professionals.
If you have questions about legislative issues, please contact membership@aloa.org.
Scheduled End of Locksmith Licensing (Effective 2029): Illinois plans to terminate its locksmith licensing requirements in 2029. Currently, the state enforces stringent licensing protocols, including background checks and proficiency exams.
Broward County, Florida has terminated its licensing requirements.
Licensing Requirements Across States: As of January 2025, 13 states require locksmith licensing: Alabama, California, Connecticut, Illinois, Louisiana, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Oregon, Texas and Virginia.
In Louisiana, there are a few bills in the pipeline that may be signed into law in 2025 or 2026:
House Bill 607 (2024): This bill introduced new categories of licensure for locksmiths, aiming to streamline the licensing process and address emerging specializations within the field.
House Bill 491 (2024): This legislation amended the Life Safety and Property Protection Licensing Act, providing exemptions for individuals with felony convictions older than 15 years, thereby broadening eligibility for licensure in related professions, including locksmithing.
