Bill > HB2603

This bill authorizes the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, which allows occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice in other member states through a compact privilege. The bill outlines the purpose of the compact, definitions of key terms, requirements for member states, details on obtaining and maintaining the compact privilege, the establishment and governance of the Occupational Therapy Compact Commission, data sharing and reporting requirements, the rulemaking process, and provisions for oversight, dispute resolution, and enforcement of the compact. The bill aims to facilitate interstate practice of occupational therapy and improve public access to these services.