37 Tex. Admin. Code § 35.183
Alternative Licensing for Military Service Members, Military Veterans, and Military Spouses
Effective Jan 1, 202650 TexReg 8621Source Note: The provisions of this §35.183 adopted to be effective May 6, 2014, 39 TexReg 3611; amended to be effective January 10, 2016, 41 TexReg 496; amended to be effective January 1, 2026, 50 TexReg 8621.Texas Secretary of State
(a) An individual who is a military service member, military veteran, or military spouse may apply for a license under this section if the individual:
- (1) Holds a current license issued by another state that is similar in scope of practice to the license in this state and is in good standing with that state's licensing authority; or
- (2) Within the five (5) years preceding the application date held the license in this state.
- (b) The department may accept alternative demonstrations of professional competence in lieu of existing experience, training, or educational requirements.
Source Note:The provisions of this §35.183 adopted to be effective May 6, 2014, 39 TexReg 3611; amended to be effective January 10, 2016, 41 TexReg 496; amended to be effective January 1, 2026, 50 TexReg 8621.