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This bill establishes the Dietitian Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement that creates a new framework for professional licensing of dietitians across participating states. The bill requires dietitians seeking licensure to meet specific educational and professional credentials, including holding a master's or doctoral degree from an accredited program, completing a supervised practice experience of at least 1,000 hours, and passing a national credentialing examination. A key provision mandates that applicants undergo a criminal history check through a Federal Bureau of Investigation fingerprint-based background check when changing home states. The compact creates a centralized data system to track licensee information, allows dietitians to practice across member states through a "compact privilege" without obtaining multiple individual state licenses, and establishes a Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission to oversee the implementation and administration of the compact. The commission will have broad powers, including developing rules, maintaining a data system, investigating complaints, and taking adverse actions against licensees. The compact will become effective once seven states have enacted it, and member states can withdraw after a 180-day notice period. The bill aims to streamline professional licensing, enhance public protection, and facilitate mobility for licensed dietitians across participating states.

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