1. (1) Each agency shall:

   1. (a) Document the following results and publish a summary of pathways available to a veteran to obtain authorization to practice an occupation:

      1. (I) Evaluate the extent to which military training meets all or part of the state requirements to be authorized to practice an occupation;
      2. (II) Identify reciprocity mechanisms with other states; and
      3. (III) Determine if an occupational exam is available to authorize a veteran to practice an occupation;

   2. (b) Consult with community colleges and other post-secondary educational institutions with regard to:

      1. (I) Courses or programs to cover the gap between military occupational specialty training and the training required to be authorized to practice an occupation; and
      2. (II) Refresher courses for the reinstatement of lapsed civilian credentials; and
   3. (c) Consider adopting a national credentialing exam.

Source: L. 2016: Entire part added, (HB 16-1197), ch. 190, p. 676, § 2, effective August 10.