The proposed bill establishes the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact in Minnesota, which aims to facilitate the interstate practice of respiratory therapy. This compact allows licensed respiratory therapists from one member state to practice in other member states, enhancing public access to respiratory therapy services while preserving state regulatory authority for public health and safety. The bill outlines objectives such as increasing service access, promoting public health protection, and addressing workforce shortages. It also includes definitions and requirements for member states and licensees, mandates compliance with reporting and investigative requirements, and provides specific provisions for active military members and their spouses regarding licensure.

Additionally, the bill creates the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact Commission, a joint agency responsible for overseeing the compact's implementation. It details the commission's structure, powers, and responsibilities, including rule-making, conducting investigations, and maintaining confidentiality of shared information. The bill introduces new provisions for a coordinated database to collect licensure data and emphasizes that member states retain their state action immunity. It outlines oversight mechanisms for addressing defaults by member states and establishes procedures for dispute resolution. The compact will take effect once enacted by seven member states and includes provisions for withdrawal, severability, and the recognition of existing licensure agreements.