DLP Reduces Licensing Fees for Qualifying MA Military Members
Wednesday, July 09, 2014
The announcement follows legislation that was signed into law by Governor Patrick this past April. The law – known as the VALOR (Veterans’ Allowances, Labor, Outreach, and Recognition) Act II – expands upon the initial protections to service members and their families under the 2012 VALOR Act.
“We in Massachusetts recognize the sacrifices made by the men and women in our armed forces, as well as by their families,” said Barbara Anthony, Undersecretary of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation. “We are proud to offer these accommodations to help ensure that military personnel can transition more easily to the civilian workforce, and that military spouses who are relocated to Massachusetts can continue working their trade or profession while they are here.”
The DLP – which oversees 31 boards of registration – has been working with its licensing vendors to waive the initial license and application fees for qualified applicants. Under the update to the law, Massachusetts will waive its portion of the initial license and application fees, resulting in a reduced fee. Qualified applicants will only have to pay $135 instead of the original price of $218.
“The Division of Professional Licensure is pleased to provide these additional benefits to those who serve our country in the military, and their families,” said DPL Director Mark Kmetz. “We deeply appreciate the sacrifices they have made, and we hope to facilitate their return to the workforce in Massachusetts.”
To be eligible for the reduced licensing and application fee, individuals must self-identify as a service member, military spouse, or veteran by visiting http://www.mass.gov’dpl/valor and filling out the proper affidavit form. The law does not extend the reduced cost to other fees such as renewal fees.
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