The bill establishes the Physician Assistant (PA) Licensure Compact in Kansas, which facilitates the practice of physician assistants across state lines through mutual recognition of licenses. This compact aims to improve access to medical services while maintaining patient safety and includes provisions for active duty military personnel and their spouses to obtain compact privileges based on an unrestricted license from a participating state. Key definitions such as "compact privilege" and "adverse action" are included, along with responsibilities for participating states, which must implement criminal background checks and notify the compact commission of any adverse actions against licensees.

Additionally, the bill creates the PA Licensure Compact Commission, a governing body composed of delegates from each participating state, responsible for overseeing the compact's implementation. The commission has the authority to create rules, establish a code of ethics, and coordinate investigations related to adverse actions against PAs. It is also granted immunity from liability for actions taken within its duties and must maintain transparency in its rulemaking processes. Notably, the bill includes a deletion of the term "contract" and an insertion of "compact" regarding privilege fees, reflecting a focus on the compact's governance. The commission is empowered to enforce compliance, manage financial records, and ensure that the compact remains effective even with fewer than seven participating states.