Relating to the issuance of a license by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation to certain out-of-state applicants; authorizing a fee.

This bill allows the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation to issue licenses to out-of-state professionals who meet specific criteria, directly affecting licensed workers from other states seeking to practice in Texas. It requires applicants to hold a current license in another state with similar scope, have at least one year of licensure, meet education/experience requirements, and have no disqualifying criminal history or active complaints. For applicants from states without licensing requirements, it permits licensing based on three years of relevant work experience, subject to background checks. The bill authorizes a $100 fee for such applications and mandates a 30-day decision timeline, effective February 1, 2026.