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MA H1921

Establishing a commission to consider the commonwealth’s involvement in interstate licensure compacts


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Introduced
01/22/2019
In Committee
01/22/2019
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020

Introduced Session

191st General Court

Bill Summary

Relative to the advisability of the Commonwealth joining the Nurse Licensure Compact and the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact. Public Health.

AI Summary

This bill establishes a special commission to examine the advisability of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts joining the Nurse Licensure Compact and the Interstate Medical Licensure Compact. The commission will evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of these interstate licensure compacts, including their impact on access to healthcare services, the healthcare workforce, and the advancement of telemedicine. The commission will consist of 8 members, including state government officials and experts in health policy and insurance. The commission is required to submit a report with its findings and any proposed legislation within 180 days of the bill's passage.

Committee Categories

Health and Social Services

Sponsors (10)

Last Action

Accompanied a study order, see H4449 (on 02/24/2020)

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