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NJ S774
NJ S774Concerns professional licensing and application fees for spouse or dependent of active duty member of United States Armed Forces.
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Introduced
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
In Committee
01/13/2026
01/13/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026-2027 Regular Session
Bill Summary
This bill provides that no professional or occupational board shall charge a license application fee to an applicant who is the spouse or dependent of an active-duty service member. The bill also removes the provision requiring the payment of a fee for the issuance of a temporary courtesy license. In addition, the bill provides that a professional or occupational licensing board shall include on any application for professional or occupational licensure a box for the applicant to indicate the applicant's status as the spouse or dependent of an active duty member of the United States Armed Forces.
AI Summary
This bill aims to ease the process for spouses and dependents of active-duty military members to obtain professional licenses in New Jersey by eliminating application fees for these individuals, meaning they will no longer have to pay to submit their applications to licensing boards. It also removes the requirement for a fee to be paid when a temporary courtesy license is issued, which is a special permit allowing someone licensed in another state to practice temporarily in New Jersey. Furthermore, the bill mandates that all professional and occupational licensing applications must include a specific box for applicants to identify themselves as the spouse or dependent of an active-duty service member, ensuring these individuals are recognized and can benefit from the new fee waivers.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Military and Veterans' Affairs Committee (on 01/13/2026)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
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| State Bill Page | https://www.njleg.state.nj.us/bill-search/2026/S774 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/S1000/774_I1.HTM |
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