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This bill establishes the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement designed to facilitate interstate practice for occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants. The compact aims to increase public access to occupational therapy services by creating a system of mutual license recognition among participating states. Key provisions include allowing licensed occupational therapists to practice in other member states through a "Compact Privilege" without obtaining additional state licenses, establishing a data system to track licensee information and disciplinary actions, and creating an Occupational Therapy Compact Commission to oversee the implementation and administration of the compact. The bill defines detailed requirements for licensees to obtain a Compact Privilege, including holding an unencumbered license in their home state, completing a criminal background check, and meeting specific professional standards. The compact also provides special considerations for military personnel and their spouses, establishes procedures for investigating and addressing disciplinary actions across states, and creates a comprehensive framework for interstate collaboration in regulating occupational therapy practice. The compact will become effective once ten states have enacted it into law, with the goal of improving healthcare access, supporting professional mobility, and maintaining high standards of patient care across state boundaries.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4103