Clarifies that any State entity that issues professional or occupational licenses will not require individuals to demonstrate lawful presence in New Jersey to obtain professional or occupational licensure.

S 1298 clarifies that New Jersey state entities issuing professional or occupational licenses (like for nurses, lawyers, or contractors) cannot require applicants to prove they have lawful presence in the U.S. to obtain a license. This applies to all license, certification, or registration issued by state departments, agencies, or entities regulating professions. The bill explicitly states that meeting all other licensure requirements - such as education, exams, or experience - will be sufficient, removing the lawful presence requirement. It amends existing law (P.L.2020, c.75) to make this clear and takes effect immediately.