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NJ A936
NJ A936Waives certain professional and occupational licensing fees for veterans and spouses of veterans.
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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 the professional and occupational licensing boards in the Division of Consumer Affairs in the Department of Law and Public Safety will not charge a fee for an initial application and issuance of a license, certificate of registration, or certificate to a veteran or the veteran's spouse, domestic partner, or civil union partner if that individual resides in New Jersey and is seeking issuance of a credential on the basis of reciprocity. In each such instance, the board has determined that the veteran, spouse, or partner holds a current license to practice the profession or occupation in another jurisdiction with licensure requirements that are equivalent, or substantially equivalent, to those adopted by the board. The bill defines "veteran" as a person who received an honorable discharge at any time from a branch of the active or reserve component of the Armed Forces of the United States or the National Guard of any state.
AI Summary
This bill waives initial application and issuance fees for professional and occupational licenses, registrations, or certifications for veterans and their spouses, domestic partners, or civil union partners who reside in New Jersey and are seeking a license based on reciprocity, meaning they already hold a comparable license in another jurisdiction with equivalent or substantially equivalent requirements. A "veteran" is defined as someone honorably discharged from any branch of the U.S. Armed Forces, its reserves, or any state's National Guard. This measure aims to ease the transition for military members and their families into civilian professions by reducing financial barriers to obtaining necessary credentials in New Jersey.
Committee Categories
Military Affairs and Security
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
Introduced, Referred to Assembly 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/A936 |
| BillText | https://pub.njleg.gov/Bills/2026/A1000/936_I1.HTM |
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