A. There is created in the Department of Veterans Services the position of Military Spouse Liaison to conduct outreach and advocate on behalf of military spouses in the Commonwealth.
B. The Military Spouse Liaison shall:
1. Provide assistance and information to military spouses seeking professional licenses and credentials or other employment in the Commonwealth;
2. Coordinate research on issues facing military spouses and create informational materials to assist military spouses and their families;
3. Examine barriers and provide recommendations to assist military spouses in accessing high-quality child care and developing resources in coordination with military installations and the Department of Education to increase access to high-quality child care for military families;
4. Develop, in coordination with the Virginia Employment Commission and employers, a common form for military spouses to complete, highlighting specific skills, education, and training to help military spouses quickly find meaningful employment in relevant economic sectors; and
5. Perform any other duties or responsibilities assigned by the Commissioner.
C. The Military Spouse Liaison shall submit an annual report, including any legislative recommendations, through the Commissioner to the Secretary of Veterans and Defense Affairs, the Governor, and the General Assembly on or before December 1 of each year and other reports to the Commissioner as required by the Commissioner.
2021, Sp. Sess. I, c. 309.