HB 1076 Summary

• Amends Section 436B-14.7 of Hawaii Revised Statutes to specify documentation requirements for military spouses seeking licensure by endorsement or reciprocity, including a copy of current license, proof of marriage or partnership, proof of military status, and signed affidavit.

• Requires affidavit to confirm application information and prior employment history are true and accurate, with commitment to submit any other required verifying documentation within 90 days of application.

• Mandates licensing authorities issue temporary licenses and expedite consideration of military spouse applications within 30 days of receiving complete application materials, proof of marriage or partnership, proof of active duty status, and affidavit.

• Removes requirement that temporary license holders perform services under supervision of a licensed professional and eliminates restriction limiting temporary licenses to professions where credentials substantially match Hawaii standards.

• Requires each licensing board to adopt and publish rules administering this section on its website and application materials by August 1, 2021.