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This bill establishes the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact, which creates a framework for audiologists and speech-language pathologists to practice across multiple member states more easily. The compact aims to increase public access to these healthcare services by allowing professionals to obtain a "compact privilege" to practice in states other than their home state, while maintaining rigorous professional standards. Key provisions include establishing educational and licensing requirements for participation, creating a coordinated data system to track practitioners' credentials and disciplinary history, and forming an interstate commission to oversee the compact's implementation. Professionals must maintain an active, unencumbered license in their home state, pass national examinations, complete required clinical training, and comply with the practice laws of the state where they are providing services. The compact also supports military spouses by allowing them to more easily maintain their professional credentials when relocating, and facilitates the use of telehealth technologies to expand service availability. The compact will become effective once enacted by 10 member states, and provides mechanisms for dispute resolution, enforcement, and potential withdrawal by member states.

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https://legislature.mi.gov/Bills/Bill?ObjectName=2025-HB-4509