A bill to make permanent the authority to reimburse a member of the uniformed services for spouse relicensing and business costs following the relocation of the member.

Bill 118 s 3920, also known as the "Spouse Relicensing and Business Costs Reimbursement Act," is a piece of legislation that aims to make permanent the authority to reimburse members of the uniformed services for expenses related to their spouse's relicensing and business costs following a relocation.

Currently, members of the uniformed services may be reimbursed for expenses incurred by their spouse in obtaining a new professional license or certification, as well as costs associated with establishing or reestablishing a business, when the member is relocated due to military orders. This reimbursement authority is set to expire on December 31, 2022.

If passed, Bill 118 s 3920 would remove the expiration date on this reimbursement authority, making it a permanent benefit for members of the uniformed services and their spouses. This would provide greater stability and support for military families who often face frequent relocations and the accompanying challenges of maintaining their careers and businesses. Overall, this bill seeks to recognize and address the financial burdens faced by military families during relocations, and ensure that they have the necessary support to successfully transition to a new location without sacrificing their spouse's professional or business pursuits.