2004 House Bill 5432 / Public Act 373

Extend occupational licenses for reservists on active duty

Introduced in the House

Jan. 27, 2004

Introduced by Rep. James Koetje (R-86)

To temporarily exempt members of the armed services who are on active duty in a combat zone, and who in civilian life are required to have a state occupational license to practice their trade, from license renewal fees, continuing education requirements, and any other related requirements.

Referred to the Committee on Veteran’s Affairs and Homeland Security

March 30, 2004

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (H-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

April 1, 2004

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one containing technical changes that do not affect its substance as previously described.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Passed in the House 101 to 0 (details)

Received in the Senate

April 20, 2004

Referred to the Committee on Senior Citizens and Veterans Affairs

Sept. 21, 2004

Reported without amendment

With the recommendation that the substitute (S-1) be adopted and that the bill then pass.

Sept. 22, 2004

Substitute offered

To replace the previous version of the bill with one that revises details but does not change the substance of the bill as previously described.

The substitute passed by voice vote

Sept. 23, 2004

Passed in the Senate 38 to 0 (details)

To temporarily exempt members of the armed services who are on active duty in a combat zone, and who in civilian life are required to have a state occupational license to practice their trade, from license renewal fees, continuing education requirements, and any other related requirements.

Received in the House

Sept. 29, 2004

To concur with the Senate-passed version of the bill.

Passed in the House 100 to 0 (details)

Signed by Gov. Jennifer Granholm

Oct. 11, 2004