Uniform State Content (SAFE Act)Question 383 of 400
The SAFE Act sets minimum national standards but allows states to do which of the following?
a.Eliminate the surety bond requirement entirely
b.Waive the criminal background check for local applicants
c.Enact requirements that are more stringent than the federal minimums, such as additional education hours
d.Reduce the pre-licensing education below 20 hours
Explanation
The SAFE Act establishes a floor, not a ceiling. States must meet the federal minimum standards but are free to impose stricter requirements, such as additional state-specific education, higher bond amounts, or extra testing. They cannot go below the federal minimums.
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