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Committee advances bill to expedite professional licensing for veterans discharged under recent federal order
Summary
The committee passed AB 17 75 as amended to appropriations; the bill would expand expedited state professional licensing and supports for veterans discharged solely under the January 27, 2025 federal executive order, with veterans testifying about abrupt separations and economic hardship.
Natalia Garcia, staff for Assemblymember Ward, presented AB 17 75 on the member’s behalf, telling the committee the bill "ensures California steps up to support veterans who are harmed by discriminatory federal policy." She cited Executive Order 14183 and said California should expand expedited licensing and other transition supports for service members…
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