New Jersey Senate Bill S1264

New Jersey 2022-2023 Regular Session

• Introduced: 2/3/22
• Refer: 2/3/22
• Report Pass: 1/30/23
• Refer: 1/30/23

Caption

Concerns professional licensing and application fees for spouse or dependent of active duty member of United States Armed Forces.

Impact

The bill specifically impacts how professional and occupational licensing boards in New Jersey operate with respect to military families. By prohibiting these boards from charging application fees, the state acknowledges the sacrifices made by military personnel and their families. This aligns the state’s professional licensing practices with broader efforts to support military families, potentially making it easier for spouses to establish careers in their new locations without being impeded by financial hurdles related to licensing.

Summary

Senate Bill 1264 aims to alleviate the financial burden on military families by eliminating professional licensing application fees for spouses or dependents of active duty members of the United States Armed Forces. The bill amends existing laws to ensure that these individuals are not charged a fee when applying for professional or occupational licenses. By incorporating provisions for temporary courtesy licenses, the bill attempts to ease the transition for military spouses who may need to continue their professional practices when relocating due to military orders.