HB 5559
To facilitate interstate practice of Regulated Social Workers by improving public access to competent Social Work Services.
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Bill overview
This bill establishes the Social Work Licensure Compact, allowing social workers licensed in one state to practice in other participating states without needing a separate license. It creates a commission to oversee the compact, defines key terms related to licensure, and outlines requirements for state participation, including criminal history checks. The bill also aims to improve access to social work services and reduce duplicative licensing requirements across states.
Key provisions
- Establishes the Social Work Licensure Compact to facilitate interstate practice of Regulated Social Workers.
- Creates a Social Work Licensure Compact Commission to oversee the compact's operation.
- Defines key terms related to social work licensure, such as ‘Multistate License’ and ‘Domicile.’
- Requires Member States to meet specific criteria for participation in the compact, including having a licensing system and a mechanism for investigating complaints.
- Mandates that applicants for a Multistate License undergo a criminal history record check.
- Establishes a Data System for sharing information about licensees among Member States.
- Authorizes Member States to take adverse action against licensees in other Member States.
- Requires Member States to submit a uniform data set to the Data System on all individuals to whom the compact is applicable.
Who is affected
- Social Workers
- State Licensing Boards
- Healthcare Providers
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