The Veteran and Spouse Licensing Flexibility Act of 2025 allows veterans and their spouses to use professional licenses issued by one state when they relocate to a different state within 36 months of the veteran's military discharge. Eligible professionals—such as doctors, nurses, lawyers, and other licensed practitioners—can transfer their license by submitting an application that includes their military discharge paperwork, a notarized affidavit confirming their identity and that they meet the new state's requirements, and documentation of good standing. If a state licensing authority cannot process the application within 30 days, they must issue a temporary license with the same rights as a permanent one while the application is under review. States may conduct background checks before approving the transfer. The bill applies to licenses that are in good standing and have not been revoked, suspended, or surrendered while under investigation for misconduct.
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