Governor Kelly Announces One-Stop Occupational License Reciprocity Website forMilitary Spouses and Veterans 

TOPEKA – Governor Laura Kelly on Tuesday announced the launch of the State of Kansas’ Military License Reciprocity (MLR) website for military spouses and veterans, which streamlines the process to transfer professional and occupational licenses when relocating to the state.  

The website (MLR.ks.gov), is a one-stop shop linking applicants to 34 licensing agencies, offering a broad scope of opportunity for those needing reciprocity. 

“By launching this website, we are reinforcing our commitment to supporting military families,” Governor Laura Kelly said. “This website ensures military spouses can transition their licensed professions smoothly when dealing with the already daunting task of uprooting their lives to move for a new military assignment.” 

Kansas law requires an expedited decision of license reciprocity within 15 days of a completed application. Military spouses are exempt from fees tied to Kansas occupational licensure including application, renewals, and background checks.  

Expedited reciprocity is for active military service members, including National Guard and Reservist, honorably discharged veterans, and their spouses. A servicemember does not need to be currently active to qualify as a military spouse.  

“Military families make significant sacrifices in service to our state and nation,” Adjutant General Brig. Gen. Paul Schneider said. “This new reciprocity website will help remove unnecessary barriers for military spouses as they continue their careers after a move to Kansas. This will make it easier for them to settle into their new communities and contribute their skills to our workforce.” 

In addition to license reciprocity, the site provides links to the State of Kansas’ jobs board and the Kansas Department of Commerce’s KANSASWORKS websites to aid in the search for job opportunities. 

“Those who serve our nation are supported best when their families are supported too,” Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of Commerce David Toland said. “Kansas is committed to welcoming these professionals and connecting them with meaningful employment as quickly as possible.”  

More information about occupational license reciprocity for military families can be found at MLR.ks.gov.