The proposed bill would update current statutes by establishing the Audiologists and Speech-Language Pathologists Compact, which allows licensed professionals to practice across member states without obtaining additional licenses. Key insertions include provisions for the Compact privilege, which remains valid until the expiration of the home state license, and mandates compliance with the laws of the remote state. The bill also introduces the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Compact Commission, detailing its authority, membership, and operational procedures, including maintaining a coordinated database for licensure and adverse actions, and the ability to take legal action against member states that fail to comply with Compact provisions.

Additionally, the bill would delete outdated language related to the current licensure process and replace it with updated criteria that align with the Compact's standards. It emphasizes the Commission's enforcement capabilities, including the initiation of legal action against defaulting member states and the establishment of dispute resolution guidelines. The bill also clarifies the financial responsibilities of the Commission and ensures that its actions are binding on member states, thereby enhancing regulatory consistency and public safety across the states involved.

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