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This bill establishes the Athletic Trainers Compact, a comprehensive interstate agreement designed to streamline professional licensing for athletic trainers across multiple states. The compact creates a framework that allows licensed athletic trainers to more easily practice in different member states by establishing a uniform set of requirements and a centralized data system. Key provisions include creating a multi-state licensure privilege, establishing an Athletic Trainer Compact Commission to oversee implementation, and developing a coordinated data system to track licensure, adverse actions, and investigative information. The compact aims to increase public access to athletic training services, reduce administrative burdens for practitioners, enhance workforce mobility (particularly for military members and their spouses), and maintain strong public health and safety standards. Member states must meet specific criteria to join, such as having a mechanism for investigating complaints, maintaining continuing competence standards, and participating in a background check system. The compact provides a mechanism for interstate cooperation in licensing, disciplinary actions, and information sharing, while preserving each state's individual regulatory authority over athletic trainers practicing within its borders.

Labor and Employment

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