Bill > HB4101

This bill establishes the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact, a comprehensive interstate agreement designed to facilitate the practice of physical therapy across multiple states. The compact aims to increase public access to physical therapy services by creating a system of mutual license recognition among participating states. Key provisions include establishing a national data system to track licensure and disciplinary information, creating a Physical Therapy Compact Commission to oversee implementation, and defining the conditions under which physical therapists can practice in states other than their home state. The compact allows physical therapists with an unencumbered license to obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in other member states, subject to certain requirements such as maintaining an active license, having no recent adverse actions, and paying applicable fees. The agreement also includes special provisions for active-duty military personnel and their spouses, allows for interstate investigations of potential misconduct, and establishes a robust governance structure with an executive board and detailed rulemaking procedures. The compact will become effective once ten states have enacted it into law, and it includes mechanisms for states to join, withdraw, or amend the agreement. The bill is intended to streamline physical therapy licensure, enhance interstate cooperation, and ultimately improve healthcare access and professional mobility for physical therapy practitioners.

Health and Social Services

https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4101