(1) Notwithstanding any other article of this title, a person need not obtain authority to practice an occupation or profession under this title during the person's first year of residence in Colorado if:
(a) The person is a military spouse who is authorized to practice that occupation or profession in another state;
(b) Other than the person's lack of licensure, registration, or certification in Colorado, there is no basis to disqualify the person under this title; and
(c) The person consents, as a condition of practicing in Colorado, to be subject to the jurisdiction and disciplinary authority of the appropriate agency.
(2) This section does not prevent an agency from entering into a reciprocity agreement with the regulating authority of another state or jurisdiction if otherwise authorized by law.
(3) This section does not apply to authority to practice under article 25, 28, 36, 40, or 61 of this title.