0
0
0
To make permanent the authority to reimburse members for spouse relicensing costs pursuant to a permanent change of station.
12/30/2022, 12:04 AM
Summary of Bill HR 7840
Bill 117 hr 7840, also known as the Spouse Relicensing Reimbursement Act, aims to make permanent the authority for members of the US Congress to be reimbursed for the costs of relicensing their spouse following a permanent change of station. This bill recognizes the financial burden that can be placed on military families when they are required to move to a new location, often resulting in the need for spouses to obtain new licenses or certifications in order to continue their careers.
The bill seeks to provide support to these families by ensuring that members of Congress are able to receive reimbursement for the costs associated with relicensing their spouse, such as exam fees, application fees, and any other related expenses. By making this authority permanent, the bill aims to provide consistency and stability for military families facing frequent relocations.
Overall, the Spouse Relicensing Reimbursement Act is a bipartisan effort to support military families and ensure that they are able to maintain their careers and financial stability during times of transition.
The bill seeks to provide support to these families by ensuring that members of Congress are able to receive reimbursement for the costs associated with relicensing their spouse, such as exam fees, application fees, and any other related expenses. By making this authority permanent, the bill aims to provide consistency and stability for military families facing frequent relocations.
Overall, the Spouse Relicensing Reimbursement Act is a bipartisan effort to support military families and ensure that they are able to maintain their careers and financial stability during times of transition.
Congressional Summary of HR 7840
This bill makes permanent the authority for the military departments to reimburse a member of the uniformed services for qualified relicensing costs for the profession of the spouse of the member when the member is reassigned and the movement of the member's dependents is authorized at the expense of the United States. Under current law, such reimbursement may not exceed $1,000 in connection with each reassignment.
Read the Full Bill
Current Status of Bill HR 7840
Bill HR 7840 is currently in the status of Bill Introduced since May 19, 2022. Bill HR 7840 was introduced during Congress 117 and was introduced to the House on May 19, 2022. Bill HR 7840's most recent activity was Referred to the House Committee on Armed Services. as of May 19, 2022
Bipartisan Support of Bill HR 7840
Total Number of Sponsors
1Democrat Sponsors
1Republican Sponsors
0Unaffiliated Sponsors
0Total Number of Cosponsors
16Democrat Cosponsors
16Republican Cosponsors
0Unaffiliated Cosponsors
0Policy Area and Potential Impact of Bill HR 7840
Primary Policy Focus
Armed Forces and National SecurityAlternate Title(s) of Bill HR 7840
To make permanent the authority to reimburse members for spouse relicensing costs pursuant to a permanent change of station.
To make permanent the authority to reimburse members for spouse relicensing costs pursuant to a permanent change of station.
Comments
Sponsors and Cosponsors of HR 7840
Latest Bills
Enduring Justice for Victims of Trafficking Act
Bill S 2584December 12, 2025
A bill to amend the Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act to provide that Alexander Creek, Incorporated, is recognized as a Village Corporation under that Act, and for other purposes.
Bill S 1468December 12, 2025
Ensuring VetSuccess On Campus Act of 2025
Bill S 610December 12, 2025
Technical Corrections to the Northwestern New Mexico Rural Water Projects Act, Taos Pueblo Indian Water Rights Settlement Act, and Aamodt Litigation Settlement Act
Bill S 640December 12, 2025
Keweenaw Bay Indian Community Land Claim Settlement Act of 2025
Bill S 642December 12, 2025
ARCA Act of 2025
Bill S 1591December 12, 2025
Disaster Related Extension of Deadlines Act
Bill HR 1491December 12, 2025
Billion Dollar Boondoggle Act of 2025
Bill S 766December 12, 2025
PORCUPINE Act
Bill S 1744December 12, 2025
Miccosukee Reserved Area Amendments Act
Bill HR 504December 12, 2025





