The Texas Appraiser Licensing and Certification Board (TALCB) adopts amendments to §153.9, Applications, with changes to the proposed text, as published in the September 27, 2019, issue of the Texas Register (44 TexReg 5484) and will be republished.

The amendments to §153.9 provide clarity to applicants regarding licensing requirements related to military service members, veterans, and military spouses and implement statutory changes enacted by the 86th Legislature in SB 1200, which establish limited reciprocity for military spouses to practice in Texas, consistent with license reciprocity available under federal law.

No comments were received on the amendments as published.

The amendments are adopted under Occupations Code §1103.151, which authorizes TALCB to adopt rules for certifying or licensing an appraiser or appraiser trainee in this state that are in accordance with Chapter 1103 and consistent with applicable federal law.