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NJ S1904
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Latham Tiver
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AI Summary
- Extends temporary instructional certificates for military spouses from 180 days to 365 days, with mandatory extension for an additional four years (previously discretionary 180-day extension) if progress toward standard certification is demonstrated
- Eliminates licensing fees for nonresident military spouses across all professional and occupational licensing boards, requiring only criminal history record check fees
- Requires the NJ Board of Nursing to issue temporary courtesy licenses to military spouses without determining whether their out-of-state license has equivalent requirements to New Jersey
- Mandates indefinite extension of temporary courtesy licenses for professional and occupational boards as long as the applicant's spouse remains stationed in New Jersey
- Requires the Department of Education, NJ Board of Nursing, and all professional licensing boards to establish expedited licensing processes for military spouse applications
Legislative Description
Revises requirements and process for temporary courtesy licenses and certificates issued by State Board of Examiners, NJ Board of Nursing, and other professional and occupational licensing boards to nonresident military spouses.
Commerce
Last Action
Introduced in the Senate, Referred to Senate Commerce Committee
1/13/2026
Committee Referrals
Commerce1/13/2026
Full Bill Text
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