By Walter Okitsu, Western District Licensing & Certification Chair
California law was changed regarding professional engineering (PE) stamps.
On October 11, 2009 Governor Schwarzenegger signed AB 645 (Niello) that
eliminated the requirement to show expiration dates on PE stamps. The seal
must continue to show name, number, and discipline, but the “Exp.” line in
the middle is no longer required. The minimum diameter of the seal remains
at 1.5 inches. The bill was passed to avoid holding up projects for
replotting and restamping of plans due to a license being renewed prior to
construction.