The bill establishes a comprehensive licensure compact for various health occupations, including physician assistants, occupational therapists, physical therapists, licensed professional counselors, audiologists, speech-language pathologists, dentists, dental hygienists, and social workers. It introduces new legal language into Minnesota Statutes, specifically in chapters 148, 148B, 148E, and 150A, to create a framework for the compact, which includes definitions, participation requirements, and the establishment of respective compact commissions to oversee implementation and administration. Key provisions include criteria for state participation, conditions for licensees to exercise compact privileges, and a data system for tracking licensee information while ensuring compliance with state laws.

The bill also outlines the governance structure of the commissions, including provisions for public meetings, financial management, and qualified immunity for commission members. It emphasizes transparency and accountability, mandating public input in rulemaking processes and establishing procedures for dispute resolution and enforcement of compact provisions. Additionally, the bill allows member states to withdraw from the compact with a notice period while ensuring that existing licenses are recognized for a specified duration post-withdrawal. Overall, the legislation aims to streamline the licensing process across states while maintaining public safety and regulatory standards.