IDFPR Adds 8 License Types to CORE Platform
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The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) has added eight new license types to its CORE licensing platform, completing Phase 3.3 of the system's implementation. This update includes professions involved in combat athletic competitions, aiming to streamline licensing and enhance participant safety.
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The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) announced the successful integration of eight new license types into its Comprehensive Online Regulatory Environment (CORE) platform, marking the completion of Phase 3.3. This expansion specifically includes professions related to combat athletic competitions, such as boxing and full-contact martial arts, with the stated goal of improving participant safety and maintaining high standards at events.
This update is primarily informational for regulated entities. While no immediate compliance actions are mandated by this notice, it signifies a modernization of licensing processes for these specific professions. Professionals in combat sports licensing will likely experience a more streamlined application and renewal process through the CORE platform. The IDFPR encourages those seeking or holding licenses in these areas to familiarize themselves with the CORE system for future interactions.
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IDFPR Progresses Work on Phase 3 of CORE, Adding 8 License Types
News Release – Wednesday, March 4, 2026 print Email CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) today announced the addition of eight new license types onto the state’s modernized licensing platform, CORE (Comprehensive Online Regulatory Environment), marking the completion of Phase 3.3 in the system’s implementation.
The latest update expands CORE license types to include professions involved in combat athletic competitions, such as boxing and full-contact martial arts. Establishing a more streamlined licensing structure for these professionals is critically important to ensuring participant safety and to maintain high safety standards at these events.
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