Assembly Bill 45 seeks to ratify and enter Wisconsin into the Dietitian Licensure Compact, which facilitates the practice of dietetics across member states. The bill establishes a Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, which will oversee the compact's operations, including the creation of bylaws, rules, and the management of fees associated with the compact. It allows dietitians to obtain a compact privilege to practice in other states, provided they meet specific criteria, such as holding an unencumbered license in their home state. The compact also includes provisions for a coordinated data system to track licensure and disciplinary actions, as well as mechanisms for resolving disputes between member states.

The bill includes several amendments and insertions to existing statutes, such as defining "compact privilege" and "compact," and updating references to the compact throughout various sections of the law. Notably, it amends sections related to the certification of dietitians, eligibility for internship programs, and the approval of educational programs. The compact will take effect once enacted by seven states, and it allows for amendments and withdrawal under specified conditions. Overall, the bill aims to streamline the licensure process for dietitians and enhance their ability to practice across state lines.

Statutes affected:
Bill Text: 146.81(1)(em), 146.81, 146.997(1)(d)6, 146.997, 252.14(1)(ar)4m, 252.14, 253.065(3), 253.065, 253.065(5), 440.03(9)(a)(intro.), 440.03, 440.03(9)(a)2, 440.15, 446.01(1v)(f), 446.01, 446.02(6m), 446.02, 448.70(1m), 448.70, 448.72(6), 448.72, 448.74(1), 448.74, 448.78(title), 448.78
Text as Enrolled: 146.81(1)(em), 146.81, 146.997(1)(d)6, 146.997, 252.14(1)(ar)4m, 252.14, 253.065(3), 253.065, 253.065(5), 440.03(9)(a)(intro.), 440.03, 440.03(9)(a)2, 440.15, 446.01(1v)(f), 446.01, 446.02(6m), 446.02, 448.70(1m), 448.70, 448.72(6), 448.72, 448.74(1), 448.74, 448.78(title), 448.78