The bill proposes the establishment of a Social Work Licensure Compact in Alaska, aimed at facilitating the interstate practice of regulated social workers. Key amendments include new responsibilities for the board overseeing social work licensure, such as appointing a delegate to the Social Work Licensure Compact Commission and implementing regulations to support the Compact. The bill also expands criteria for practicing clinical social work without a license, allowing individuals with multistate authorization to practice legally. It outlines the objectives of the Compact, which include increasing public access to social work services, reducing duplicative licensing requirements, and enhancing member states' ability to protect public health and safety.

Additionally, the bill establishes a framework for the issuance of a Multistate License for Regulated Social Workers, detailing eligibility criteria and responsibilities of the Home State Licensing Authority. It includes provisions for military families, allowing active military members and their spouses to designate a Home State for their Multistate License. The bill also creates the Interstate Compact Commission to oversee the Compact's implementation, with powers to establish rules, conduct investigations, and ensure compliance among member states. It addresses financing for the Commission, dispute resolution mechanisms, and the effective date of the Compact, which will take effect on January 1, 2027, once enacted by the seventh Member State.

Statutes affected:
HB0110A, AM HB 110, introduced 02/21/2025: 08.95.030, 08.95.110, 08.95.200, 08.95.100, 08.95.911, L.C.S, L.M.S, L.B.S, 08.95.120, 08.95.125, 08.95.990, 12.62.400
HB0110B, AM HB 110 am, introduced 02/09/2026, passed House 02/11/2026: 08.95.030, 08.95.110, 08.95.200, 08.95.100, 08.95.911, L.C.S, L.M.S, L.B.S, 08.95.120, 08.95.125, 08.95.990, 12.62.400