Minnesota Statute 197.4552 Subdivision 1. Expedited Licensing Processing, states that a professional licensing board shall expedite the issuance of a license or certification to perform professional services regulated by each board to a qualified individual who is (1) an active military member; (2) the spouse of an active military member; or (3) a veteran who has left service in the two years preceding the date of license or certification application, and has confirmation of an honorable or general discharge status. The full statute can be read here: Minnesota Statute 197.4552.
Individuals who are active military duty, a spouse of an active military member, or a veteran who has left service in the two years preceding the date of license, should contact a lead licensure staff person at nursing.board@state.mn.us for assistance in expediting their license.
