Bill > HB120

This bill provides for the expedited licensure and waiver of fees for military service members, their spouses and dependent children, as well as veterans, for various occupational and professional licenses, registrations, certificates, and permits in New Mexico. Key provisions include: - Requiring state agencies to process applications from eligible individuals within 30 days and issue a license or certificate upon meeting the minimum requirements, without requiring them to pay initial licensing or renewal fees for the first three years. - Applying these expedited licensing and fee waiver provisions to a wide range of professions and occupations, including school personnel, construction trades, healthcare fields, and other regulated fields. - Requiring state agencies to report annually on the number and type of licenses issued under these provisions. The overall intent of the bill is to make it easier for military families to obtain occupational and professional licenses when relocating to New Mexico, and to assist veterans in obtaining licenses as they transition to civilian life.

Budget and Finance, Government Affairs, Health and Social Services, Military Affairs and Security

https://www.nmlegis.gov/lcs/legislation.aspx?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=120&year=21