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SB 89

Department of the Environment - Notation of Veteran Status

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Bryan Simonaire

Maryland requires the Department of the Environment to add veteran status notation to professional licenses and permits issued to military veterans upon request.

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 249
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Bill Summary · SB 89

Legislative bill overview

SB 89 requires the Maryland Department of the Environment to add notation of veteran status to professional licenses and permits it issues. This applies to individuals who are military veterans and request the notation. The bill became law in May 2025 after passing both chambers with favorable committee recommendations.

Why is this important

This policy provides public recognition of veterans' service credentials and may help veterans in environmental professions gain visibility for their military background. It supports veteran employment and professional advancement in the environmental sector by allowing them to distinguish themselves to employers and clients.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: The Department of the Environment must modify licensing systems and administrative processes to track and display veteran status, requiring staff time and potentially IT expenses
  • Scope and consistency: Questions about whether other Maryland state agencies should adopt similar notation requirements, and whether federal consistency matters for licenses that cross state lines
  • Privacy considerations: Some veterans may not want their military status publicly visible on professional credentials, yet the bill appears to make this optional ("upon request")

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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