Bill > LD409

This bill appears to be a concept draft for adopting the Interstate Massage Compact, which would facilitate easier professional licensing and mobility for massage therapists across participating states. While the specific details of the compact are not fully elaborated in the provided XML document, Interstate Compacts are typically agreements between multiple states that create standardized professional licensing requirements, allowing licensed professionals to more easily work across state boundaries without having to obtain multiple individual state licenses. In this case, the compact would specifically benefit massage therapists by creating a streamlined process for professional credentialing and interstate practice. The bill is currently in a preliminary "concept draft" stage, which means the precise legislative language and implementation details are still being developed. The ultimate goal seems to be reducing barriers for massage therapists who want to provide services in multiple states, potentially increasing professional opportunities and improving access to massage therapy services for consumers.

Health and Social Services

https://legislature.maine.gov/legis/bills/display_ps.asp?LD=409&snum=132