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Foreign Service Families: Professional License Portability and Lease Termination

New rules ease life for Foreign Service members and their spouses, allowing them to continue working in licensed professions after relocating within the U.S. Additionally, the act expands the ability to terminate leases and phone contracts early to those relocated domestically, which previously only applied to overseas assignments.
Key points
Professional Licenses: Foreign Service members and their spouses can now use their professional licenses in their new U.S. residency, provided they meet conditions like maintaining good standing with previous licensing authorities and adhering to new state regulations. This excludes law licenses.
Early Lease Termination: The option to terminate residential, motor vehicle, and telephone service contracts early is now available to Foreign Service members relocated within the United States, not just those posted abroad.
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Print number: 118_HR_10358
Sponsor: Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20]
Process start date: 2024-12-11
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OFFICIAL LEGAL TITLE

Foreign Service Families Improvements Act

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the official ID of this bill?

The official print number for this legislation is 118_HR_10358.

Which chamber initiated this legislation?

This legislation was initiated in the House of Representatives.

When did the legislative process begin?

The process officially started on 2024-12-11.

What are the main provisions?

Key points include:

  • Professional Licenses: Foreign Service members and their spouses can now use their professional licenses in their new U.S. residency, provided they meet conditions like maintaining good standing with previous licensing authorities and adhering to new state regulations. This excludes law licenses.
  • Early Lease Termination: The option to terminate residential, motor vehicle, and telephone service contracts early is now available to Foreign Service members relocated within the United States, not just those posted abroad.
What is the specific legal status?

The current status is Expired.

Where can I read the full text of this legislation?

The full official text is available at: View full text

Who is the primary sponsor?

The primary sponsor is Rep. Castro, Joaquin [D-TX-20].

What is the latest detailed status?

The latest detailed status is: Referred to the House Committee on Foreign Affairs.

Is this summary verified?

Yes. This content was analyzed by AI and verified by the Lustra Judge System on 2025-12-24.

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