This bill amends existing law to eliminate application fees for professional or occupational licenses for spouses or dependents of active-duty members of the United States Armed Forces. Specifically, it prohibits any professional or occupational board from charging a fee for the submission of a licensure application for these individuals. Additionally, the bill removes the requirement for payment of a fee for the issuance of a temporary courtesy license, thereby easing the process for military families seeking to obtain professional licenses in New Jersey.

Furthermore, the bill mandates that all professional or occupational licensing applications include a checkbox for applicants to indicate their status as a spouse or dependent of an active-duty service member. This provision aims to streamline the application process and ensure that military families are recognized and accommodated in the licensing system. The act is set to take effect 90 days after its enactment.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 45:1-15.5