H.B. No. 932 proposes the establishment of the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact in Texas, aimed at facilitating the interstate practice of Occupational Therapy while ensuring public health and safety through state regulatory authority. The bill outlines the objectives of the Compact, which include increasing access to services, enhancing state cooperation, supporting military spouses, and promoting telehealth technology. It sets forth requirements for member states, such as licensing Occupational Therapists and Assistants, participating in a data system, and investigating complaints. Key provisions also include the necessity for a criminal background check for Licensees practicing in Remote States and adherence to the Remote State's laws.

The bill further details the governance structure and operational procedures of the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, including the establishment of an administrator, the process for filling vacancies, and the powers of the Commission to enforce compliance with the Compact's provisions. It mandates the creation of a coordinated database for licensure and investigative information, outlines the rulemaking process, and specifies the enforcement mechanisms available to the Commission, including legal action against defaulting Member States. The Compact will take effect once enacted by the tenth Member State, with provisions for withdrawal and amendments, and is set to become effective on September 1, 2025.

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