The bill, introduced by Frank H.B. No. 879, aims to facilitate the licensing of military veterans as health care providers in Texas. It amends the Occupations Code by adding two new sections: Section 155.108 for physicians and Section 301.262 for nurses. Both sections outline the criteria under which veterans can obtain a license to practice medicine or nursing, respectively. Key requirements include being licensed in good standing in another state, being a veteran who left military service within the past year, having served on active duty in Texas, and passing the relevant jurisprudence examination.

Additionally, the bill specifies disqualifications for applicants, such as being discharged from the armed forces for substandard conduct or misconduct, holding a license currently under investigation, or having a criminal conviction related to felonies or moral turpitude. The legislation is set to take effect on September 1, 2025, and aims to streamline the process for veterans transitioning to civilian health care roles, thereby addressing workforce shortages in the medical field.

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