OPR’s Emergency Flood Response Page

On July 9, 2023, Governor Scott declared a State of Emergency to prepare for and address the devastating impacts of the 2023 flooding. While the State of Emergency status has not changed, the Governor has added an addendum and restated executive orders to assist with the 2024 flood response. A full list of executive orders can be found here: https://governor.vermont.gov/document-types/executive-orders

This page will have updated information on how licensed professionals in other states can work in Vermont to assist Vermonters during this time.

Renewal Extensions

The addendum issued on July 13, 2024, extends renewals for engineers, foresters, and land surveyors. OPR will extend your license expiration date automatically and provide additional information by email to impacted licensees.

Temporary Licenses

Pursuant to 3 V.S.A §129(a)(10), OPR will be issuing temporary emergency licenses, at no charge, during the declared state of emergency for the following professions:

To get a temporary emergency license (EMGY), you must:

Be currently licensed in another U.S. jurisdiction, in good standing; and
Not subject to disciplinary proceedings in any other jurisdiction.

The temporary emergency license (EMGY) shall authorize the holder to practice in Vermont until the termination of the declared state of emergency or 90 days, whichever occurs first, provided the licensee remains in good standing. The emergency license may be reissued if the declared state of emergency continues longer than 90 days.

EMGY licenses are valid during the Declared State of Emergency. Please be advised that all EMGY licenses will not be valid once the state of emergency expires, even if the state of emergency expires before the expiration date printed on your license. There are no exceptions. If the Declared State of Emergency goes past that date, your EMGY license will be extended and you will be notified by email.

Additional profession-specific information can be found on your profession page.

Please note that, while working in Vermont, you must comply with all Vermont laws and standards of practice, including those regarding scope of practice and professional conduct. While working in the state, you are subject to Vermont’s jurisdiction.

To submit an application, please create an account through OPR’s Online Services Platform which is linked here.

You will be required to attest and provide documentation that you are licensed in another U.S. state or jurisdiction.

Once your application has been submitted updates will be provided to the email you provide. Please allow time for processing.

Locate Professionals by County

Professions Regulated by OPR

OPR’s Find a Professional tool will help Vermonters locate professionals. You can look professionals up by name or download a roster of an entire profession.

Trade Professions Regulated by the Department of Public Safety

The Vermont Secretary of State is partnering with The Division of Fire Safety to collect information on service areas to help Vermonters find local plumbers and electricians organized by county.

Click here to locate Plumbers and Electricians by service area
Click here for DPS’s Flood Safety and Resource page
Click here to locate HVAC services by area

If you are a plumber or electrician and would like to appear on this list please fill out the following survey to help with this effort: Vermont Plumber and Electrician Flood Relief Service Areas

The Division of Fire Safety & The Office of Professional Regulation thank you for your service to Vermont!