Bill > HB575

This bill authorizes Virginia to join the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact, a multi-state agreement that allows licensed respiratory therapists to practice in other member states. The Compact aims to improve access to respiratory care services by creating a streamlined process for licensed professionals to obtain a multistate license, while still preserving each state's authority to regulate the profession and protect public health. It establishes a Commission to oversee the Compact, defines terms like "Licensee" (a licensed respiratory therapist) and "Compact Privilege" (permission to practice in another member state), and outlines procedures for participation, adverse actions (like license suspension or revocation), data sharing, and dispute resolution. The Compact takes effect once seven states have enacted it into law.

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https://lis.virginia.gov/bill-details/20261/HB575