How the Department of Justice's $3M settlement is easing burdens for Georgia military families
A $3 million Department of Justice settlement with Georgia licensing boards will compensate military families affected by licensing delays and streamline the process.Summary
The Department of Justice reached a $3 million settlement with over 40 Georgia state licensing boards following complaints from military families experiencing delays or denials in transferring professional licenses. U.S. Attorney Will Keyes stated the boards’ actions violated the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act, which mandates states recognize licenses held by military members and their spouses. These delays caused financial strain, with some spouses unable to work for months, and created gaps in employment history. The settlement provides compensation for up to 5,000 families and requires boards to improve the licensing process for professions including teachers, nurses, and therapists. Amy Lewandowski, a pharmacist who faced nearly a year of unemployment due to licensing issues, highlighted the stress and career uncertainty caused by the delays. The settlement aims to prevent future hardships for relocating military families and ensure prompt recognition of out-of-state licenses. Military families can file claims by contacting the U.S. Attorney’s Office at 404-581-4626.
(Source：Wmaz)