The proposed bill seeks to adopt the Dietitian Licensure Compact in Arkansas, facilitating the interstate practice of dietetics while ensuring public health and safety through state regulatory authority. It introduces a new subchapter in the Arkansas Code that outlines the objectives of the Compact, which include enhancing access to dietetic services, allowing licensed dietitians to practice across state lines, and reducing administrative burdens. The bill establishes requirements for states to participate in the Compact, including a licensing mechanism and the ability to investigate complaints, while also detailing the criteria for dietitians to exercise a Compact Privilege, which permits practice in member states without multiple licenses.

Additionally, the bill creates the Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, responsible for overseeing the Compact's administration, including rule establishment, financial management, and investigations. It introduces an Executive Committee to enhance governance and outlines financial responsibilities, including the ability to levy assessments on member states. The bill emphasizes transparency in the rulemaking process, requiring public hearings before adopting rules, and establishes enforcement mechanisms for compliance among member states. It also clarifies that existing non-conflicting laws in member states will remain enforceable, while conflicting laws will be superseded, designating the Arkansas Dietetics Licensing Board as the administrator for the Compact in the state.