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This bill establishes a comprehensive framework for temporary professional licenses in Alaska, primarily focusing on creating a standardized process for professionals from other states to quickly obtain temporary licenses to practice their occupation. Under the new law, the state department may issue temporary licenses to applicants who are licensed in another state with substantially equivalent professional requirements, have not been subject to disciplinary actions, and meet specific criteria. These temporary licenses would be valid for up to 180 days, with the possibility of one 180-day extension, and are designed to facilitate professional mobility, particularly for military servicemembers and their spouses. The bill amends multiple sections of Alaska's professional licensing statutes to replace existing temporary permit language with this new temporary license framework, streamlining the process across various professional sectors such as healthcare, barbering, veterinary medicine, and others. Additionally, the bill includes provisions for maintaining ongoing professional standards, such as requiring criminal background checks and allowing the department to revoke temporary licenses obtained through fraud. The changes aim to make professional licensing more flexible and accessible while maintaining public safety and professional integrity.

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