An Act establishing the social work licensure compact in Massachusetts
Take action
Record your position on this measure.
Create an account to take a stance, submit a written position, or contact your legislator.
Progress
Where this bill stands in the legislative process.
- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill would allow Massachusetts to join a national agreement called the Social Work Licensure Compact. This compact allows social workers licensed in participating states to practice in Massachusetts without needing to obtain a separate Massachusetts license, and vice versa. It aims to streamline the process for social workers to work across state lines while ensuring consistent professional standards.
Key provisions
- Establishes a social work licensure compact.
- Allows social workers licensed in other compact states to practice in Massachusetts.
- Permits Massachusetts social workers to practice in other compact states.
- Ensures social workers meet minimum qualifications for licensure.
- Maintains standards of practice and ethical conduct.
Who is affected
- Social workers
- Licensed social workers
- Massachusetts residents
- Social work agencies
- States participating in the compact
Notable changes
- Simplifies the process for social workers to practice across state lines.
- Reduces administrative burdens for social workers and licensing boards.
- Promotes interstate recognition of social work licenses.
Bill text
Read the latest version inline or switch to a previous version.
Text extraction is in progress. View the official source.
Sponsors
Official sponsors from legislative records.
29 on record
Primary sponsor
Kenneth I. Gordon
Cosponsors
Amy Mah Sangiolo
Carmine Lawrence Gentile
Arguments
Reasons offered for and against this legislation.
Arguments in favor
No arguments in favor have been submitted.
Submit yoursArguments opposed
No arguments opposed have been submitted.
Submit yours