Military spouses can find jobs. Keeping careers is the hard part.
The article reports that unemployment among actively-seeking military spouses rose to 29.9% in 2025, up from 21.8% in 2023, according to the Military Family Advisory Network's 2025 report. Despite a decade of congressional efforts, including federal hiring preferences and interstate licensing reforms, barriers persist. Frequent relocations, state credentialing requirements, and employer bias against military spouses continue to disrupt careers. The Military Spouse Hiring Act, which would offer tax incentives to employers, has not yet passed. Rep. Don Beyer acknowledges that implementation of federal initiatives has been inconsistent. The article highlights the personal story of Michelle Pasco, a teacher who left a career in Texas and struggles to find work in California due to licensing hurdles and employer skepticism.
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