Bill > HB575

This bill updates Pennsylvania's laws regarding professional and occupational licenses for military service members and veterans, and establishes a policy for awarding academic credit for military training. The bill expands the definition of "institution of higher education" to include additional types of educational institutions, such as the Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology. It ensures that military service members and veterans can maintain their professional licenses while serving, with provisions that prevent them from forfeiting licenses during military service and allow for easy renewal after discharge. The bill requires the Department of Education to develop a policy for awarding academic credit for military training courses and programs, mandating that colleges recognize military training that is recommended by national higher education associations or documented on military transcripts. Additionally, the bill requires institutions of higher education to publish this academic credit policy in their public catalogs and provides a mandatory waiver for police officers unable to attend in-service training due to military service or injury. These changes aim to support military service members and veterans by reducing bureaucratic barriers in professional licensing and academic advancement, recognizing the value of military training and service.

Education, Military Affairs and Security

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