S 1608
An Act relative to physician assistant interstate compact
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Bill overview
This bill seeks to establish an interstate compact for physician assistants, allowing them to practice across state lines with a standardized level of regulation. Currently, physician assistants must obtain licenses in each state where they wish to practice, which can be a complex and time-consuming process. The compact aims to streamline this process, improving access to care and facilitating collaboration among healthcare providers. It is intended to ensure consistent standards of practice and patient safety.
Key provisions
- Establishes an interstate compact for physician assistants.
- Allows physician assistants to practice in multiple states under agreed-upon standards.
- Creates a process for states to participate in the compact.
- Defines the roles and responsibilities of participating states.
- Ensures patient safety through standardized licensing and regulation.
- Facilitates collaboration among physician assistants across state lines.
Who is affected
- Physician Assistants
- Patients
- Healthcare Providers
- State Medical Boards
- Healthcare Systems
Notable changes
- Reduces barriers to practice for physician assistants across state lines.
- Standardizes licensing requirements for physician assistants.
- Potentially improves access to care in states with physician assistant shortages.
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Primary sponsor
Jacob R. Oliveira
Cosponsors
Barry R. Finegold
Bruce E. Tarr
Jacob R. Oliveira
Jason M. Lewis
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Bill S.1608 194th (Current)
An Act relative to physician assistant interstate compact
By Mr. Oliveira, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1608) of Jacob R. Oliveira, Jason M. Lewis, Steven George Xiarhos and Bruce E. Tarr for legislation relative to physician assistant interstate compact. Public Health.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Jacob R. Oliveira
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Bill History
Displaying 6 actions for Bill S.1608
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on Public Health |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 7/3/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 07/14/2025 from 10:00 AM-01:00 PM in A-1 |
| 7/14/2025 | Joint | Hearing rescheduled to 07/14/2025 from 10:00 AM-02:00 PM in A-1 and Virtual Hearing updated to New End Time |
| 1/8/2026 | Senate | Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on Health Care Financing |
| 2/26/2026 | Senate | Accompanied a study order, see S2972 |
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