Feds remind states about law protecting military spouse job licenses
But there's a wrinkle for spouses in Justice Department's new interpretation of the law.
By Karen Jowers
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‘A victory for all military spouses’ in court fight over job license
The lawsuit victory sets a precedent for other military spouses facing problems with job license portability.
By Karen Jowers
DOJ tells Texas to stop messin’ with military spouse job licenses
This Air Force wife's lawsuit is believed to be the first challenging a state's denial of these new employment protections.
By Karen Jowers
It’s official: Military spouses to get employment relief after moving
There are more than 132,000 active-duty spouses in occupations that require licensing.
By Karen Jowers
Are spouses’ problems with license portability about to be solved?
A law awaiting the president's signature would make it easier for 132,000 active duty spouses to transfer their professional licenses when they PCS.
By Karen Jowers
Spouses could more easily transfer professional licenses after PCS, under House plan
Transferring professional licenses has long been an issue for military spouses, who often face onerous and expensive processes to be able to work in their new location.
By Karen Jowers