The proposed bill aims to modernize the current statutes governing physician assistants (PAs) in Arizona by establishing the Physician Assistant Licensure Compact. This compact would facilitate multistate practice for PAs, allowing them to obtain licensure in other participating states while ensuring patient safety. Key updates include the creation of the Physician Assistant Licensure Compact Commission, which will oversee the implementation of the compact, maintain a coordinated data system, and ensure that participating states share investigative materials. The bill also introduces new definitions and requirements for participation, including conditions for exercising compact privileges and the authority for states to take adverse actions against PAs based on findings from remote states.

Additionally, the bill proposes to streamline existing statutes by removing outdated references and procedural requirements that are no longer applicable. It emphasizes the importance of public transparency in the Commission's operations, mandates annual meetings for the Executive Committee, and outlines a comprehensive framework for data management, rulemaking, and dispute resolution. The bill also clarifies the binding effect of the compact and establishes procedures for amending the compact, ensuring that all participating states adhere to constitutional requirements. Overall, these updates aim to enhance regulatory efficiency and cooperation among states while maintaining oversight and accountability in the practice of PAs.