Council on Licensure, Enforcement and Regulation (CLEAR)

08/26/2026

⏰ Only 3 weeks to go!

CLEAR’s 46th Annual Educational Conference is just around the corner! Join regulatory professionals from around the world September 14–17 in Portland, Oregon, for four days of learning, networking, and fresh perspectives on the issues shaping professional and occupational regulation.

Explore timely content in:
- Regulatory Administration & Governance
- Compliance, Discipline & Enforcement
- Entry to Practice Standards & Continuing Competence
- Testing & Examinations

The countdown is on—will we see you in Portland?
Register Today: https://ow.ly/G9gM50ZFU1I

08/25/2026

Reminder: Voting Is Still Open for the 2026 CLEAR Board of Directors Election

There’s still time to make your voice heard! The official ballot email for the 2026–27 CLEAR Board of Directors election has been sent. Please check your inbox for your secure ElectionBuddy voting information and voter access key(s).

Members have until September 7 at 5:00 p.m. EDT to cast their confidential vote(s). Don’t wait until the last minute—be sure to submit your ballot before the deadline.

Please Note: If you have already used your voter access key(s) to vote, the system will not allow you to submit another ballot.

If you have questions or concerns about the election, or if you did not receive your ballot email, please contact [email protected] or [email protected].

08/24/2026

🚨 The Hotel Deadline Has Been Extended Until Aug 27! 🚨

Good news! CLEAR’s discounted group hotel rate for the 2026 Annual Educational Conference has been extended through August 27—giving you a few extra days to secure your room at the preferred rate.

Still waiting on funding or approval? Book now and decide later! A credit card is required to reserve your room, but if your plans change, you can cancel more than 72 hours before check-in with no penalty.

Stay where the conference happens at the Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront and enjoy convenient access to conference sessions, networking, downtown Portland, restaurants, and more.

⏰ The extended rate ends August 27—or sooner if the room block fills!
https://www.clearhq.org/events/aec2026
Book your room now and lock in CLEAR’s preferred rate before it’s gone!

08/19/2026

🏨 FINAL HOTEL REMINDER: BOOK BY AUGUST 22!

Planning to join CLEAR in Portland for the 46th Annual Educational Conference? This Saturday is your last chance to secure CLEAR’s discounted group rate at the Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront!

⏳ Waiting on funding or approval? Book now and lock in your rate. A credit card is required to reserve your room, but you can cancel directly with the hotel more than 72 hours before check-in with no penalty if your plans change.

Rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis, and the group rate will no longer be available after August 22.

Stay where the conference happens, close to sessions, networking, restaurants, and downtown Portland attractions.

👉 Don’t wait—book your room today and secure the preferred rate!

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08/18/2026

Stay Ahead of the Issues in Regulation This Fall!

CLEAR’s upcoming learning opportunities tackle important challenges facing regulatory professionals—from modern investigative practices and AI to professional speech and meaningful public engagement.

📅 August 26 — Modern Regulatory Investigations: Bias, Evidence, and Evolving Practice (Members Only CLEARing House Chat): https://ow.ly/5JNz50ZB7ry

📅 October 22 — Professional Speech After Chiles v. Salazar: What Regulators Need to Know: https://ow.ly/3gtZ50ZB7rB

📅 October 29 — Public Engagement: More Than Just a Tick Box: https://ow.ly/ehj950ZB7rA

Gain practical insights, hear expert perspectives, and explore new approaches you can bring to your regulatory work.

CLEAR members save 20% on CLEAR Learning programs.

08/13/2026

🏨 Hotel Deadline Approaching — Book by August 22!

Heading to CLEAR’s 46th Annual Educational Conference in Portland? Don’t wait to secure your room!

The August 22 deadline to book at CLEAR’s preferred rate at the Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront is quickly approaching—or the room block may fill sooner.

Stay where the conference happens and enjoy convenient access to sessions, networking, restaurants, attractions, and Portland’s downtown waterfront.

The preferred rate is available only through August 22 or while rooms last.

👉 Book your hotel today and secure your preferred rate!

Book Hotel at Preferred Rate: https://ow.ly/svPy50ZzAWH

📅 September 14–17, 2026 | Portland, Oregon

08/12/2026

2027 International Congress and Regulatory Research Day: REGISTRATION IS NOW OPEN! 🌍

Join CLEAR in Belfast, Northern Ireland, June 9–11, 2027, for an international gathering of regulatory leaders, researchers, practitioners, and partners from around the world.

Two programs. One international experience.

📚 2027 Regulatory Research Day | June 9
Explore how research is shaping regulatory policy and practice, connect with researchers and regulators, and discover innovative approaches to regulation.

🌎 9th International Congress on Professional and Occupational Regulation | June 10–11
Engage in interactive sessions and roundtable discussions focused on global trends, emerging challenges, and practical solutions.

The Congress will explore three key themes:
• Regulation Redefined: Purpose, Policy, and Public Protection
• Advancing Regulatory Strategy: Data, Technology, and New Approaches
• Implementing Regulation: From Policy to Practice

📍 Assembly Buildings Conference Centre
Belfast, Northern Ireland

Whether you attend one program or both, Belfast offers an opportunity to exchange ideas, expand your international network, and advance regulatory excellence together.

👉 Registration is now open! Learn more and register: https://ow.ly/G8tB50Zz5Ze

08/11/2026

This episode previews two keynote presentations at the 2026 CLEAR Annual Educational Conference. Host Line Dempsey first speaks with keynote speaker Jay Chaudhary about his concept of "regulatory abundance"—the idea that effective regulation requires continually balancing public protection with ac...

08/07/2026

🔍 Track Spotlight: Testing & Examinations

Only a little over one month until CLEAR’s 2026 Annual Educational Conference!

The future of testing is evolving—and so are the challenges facing regulators and credentialing organizations.

This year’s Testing & Examinations track explores the innovations and emerging issues shaping assessment programs, including exam security, psychometrics, accommodations, scoring, data-driven insights, and the impact of new technologies.

Hear from testing and credentialing leaders as they share practical approaches for maintaining fair, valid, and defensible assessments while adapting to a changing regulatory landscape.

Whether you oversee licensure exams, support credentialing programs, or work in assessment and testing, this track offers valuable insights you can apply to strengthen your organization’s programs.

📍 Portland, Oregon
📅 September 14–17, 2026

The countdown is on—join regulatory professionals from around the world for four days of education, connection, and collaboration.

Explore the full program and register today! https://ow.ly/fXT250ZxeJf

08/06/2026

CRII Progress Update 🚧

The Certified Regulatory Investigator and Inspector (CRII) credential continues to make strong progress!

During the latest Subject Matter Expert meeting, eight SMEs collaborated to develop the examination that will support this new independent credential. Together, they:

- Wrote 364 exam items
- Reviewed and approved 133 items for use on the CRII examination
- Built enough approved content across every blueprint topic to create the initial exam form

This marks a significant milestone in the development of the CRII Program, designed to complement CLEAR's National Certified Investigator and Inspector Training (NCIT) program. Thank you to our dedicated SMEs for their expertise and commitment to advancing excellence in regulatory investigations.