Bill
HB 879
Relating to the licensing of certain military veterans as health care providers.
89th Legislature (2025)
Introduced by César Blanco and 4 co-sponsors
Texas law now allows military veterans to use combat medical training and service experience toward health care provider licensing requirements, reducing credentialing barriers for veteran workforce entry.
Effective on 9/1/25
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