In the previous year, no licenses were issued. The DCA comprises several agencies, bureaus, and commissions that influence business growth and job creation through regulation. The agency has roots that date back to 1876 when California passed the Medical Practice Act of 1876. Today the agency issues more than 280 license types, including certificates, registrations, and permits.
More than 99 percent of California's businesses are considered small and more than 48 percent of California's employees work for a small business, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration.
A Civic Economics study found $100 spent at a locally-owned business puts $47 back into the local economy, compared to just $13 for non-local businesses.
License issued during 2021
| License Holder | License Type | Lapse Date | Issued Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Suzanne Beckman | Psychologist | 11/12/2023 | 11/12/2021 |
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