The bill amends the Public Health Code by adding Section 16187a, which establishes the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact in Michigan. This compact is designed to enhance public access to physical therapy services across state lines while preserving state regulatory authority to ensure public health and safety. Key features of the compact include mutual recognition of licenses among member states, cooperation in regulating multi-state practices, and the sharing of licensure and disciplinary information. The bill also defines essential terms related to physical therapy practice and outlines the requirements for states to join the compact.

Additionally, the bill details the governance structure of the Physical Therapy Compact Commission, which will oversee the compact's implementation. Each member state will appoint one delegate from its licensing board, and the commission will have the authority to establish bylaws, manage finances, and hold meetings with public access provisions. The bill emphasizes transparency in the rulemaking process, requiring public notice and hearings for proposed rules. It also includes mechanisms for oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement of the compact, allowing the commission to take legal action against states that fail to comply. The compact will take effect once enacted by the tenth member state, with any amendments requiring approval from all member states.

Statutes affected:
Substitute (H-1): 333.1101, 333.25211
Substitute (S-1): 333.1101, 333.25211
Substitute (S-2): 333.1101, 333.25211
House Introduced Bill: 333.1101, 333.25211
As Passed by the House: 333.1101, 333.25211
As Passed by the Senate: 333.1101, 333.25211