The "Physician Assistant Licensure Interstate Compact" is a newly enacted law designed to improve access to medical services by allowing physician assistants (PAs) to practice across state lines more easily. This compact establishes a framework for mutual recognition of PA licenses among participating states, ensuring that PAs can deliver medical services where needed while prioritizing patient safety. It includes provisions to support military families, enabling active duty personnel and their spouses to obtain a compact privilege based on an unrestricted license from a participating state. The bill outlines requirements for states to join the compact, such as licensing PAs, implementing a data system for tracking licenses and adverse actions, and conducting criminal background checks.

The bill also creates the "Physician Assistant Licensure Compact Commission," which will oversee the compact's administration, establish rules, and facilitate cooperation among states. The commission is granted various powers, including accepting donations, leasing or purchasing property, and maintaining transparency through public meetings and annual reports. New provisions include a coordinated data and reporting system for tracking licensure and adverse actions, as well as rulemaking authority for the commission. The bill details enforcement mechanisms, including procedures for addressing defaults by participating states and the potential for legal action against states in default. It specifies that the compact will take effect once enacted by the seventh participating state and includes provisions for states withdrawing from the compact while ensuring licensees retain their privileges for a period after withdrawal.