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This bill establishes comprehensive provisions for dietitians, including the creation of the Dietitian Licensure Compact, which aims to facilitate interstate practice and improve public access to dietetic services. The bill introduces three key provisions: first, a reciprocity process for dietitians licensed in other states, including special provisions for military spouses, allowing them to more easily obtain licensure in Missouri by waiving certain examination, educational, and experience requirements. Second, the bill creates a nonrenewable temporary license for new dietitians, which allows them to practice under the supervision of a licensed dietitian for up to 180 days while they complete their full licensure requirements. Third, the bill establishes the Dietitian Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement that creates a uniform system for dietitian licensure, allowing licensed dietitians to practice across member states more easily. The compact includes provisions for data sharing, disciplinary actions, rule-making, and the creation of a Compact Commission to oversee implementation. The goal is to increase professional mobility for dietitians, reduce administrative burdens, enhance public protection, and support military members and their spouses in maintaining their professional credentials during relocations.

Labor and Employment

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