The bill establishes the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, designed to enhance the interstate practice of occupational therapy while preserving the regulatory authority of individual member states. It outlines the compact's objectives, which include improving public health protection, fostering cooperation among states, and supporting military spouses. The bill specifies the requirements for state participation, such as conducting criminal background checks on licensees and granting compact privileges to eligible practitioners. It also details the conditions under which licensees can exercise these privileges, including maintaining a valid home state license and compliance with the laws of the states where they practice.

Additionally, the bill creates the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, responsible for overseeing the compact's implementation and administration. The commission will maintain a coordinated database for licensee information, adopt uniform rules, and manage financial operations, including assessing fees to cover its budget. It is empowered to resolve disputes among member states and enforce compliance with the compact's provisions. The bill also includes provisions for the appointment of delegates, adherence to state laws by occupational therapists, and protections against liability for commission members acting within their duties. The act is set to take effect on July 1, 2025.

Statutes affected:
S 1010 Filed: 456.073, 456.076, 468.207