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This bill establishes the Podiatric Medical Licensure Compact, which allows podiatric physicians (doctors specializing in foot and ankle care) to obtain licenses in multiple participating states through a streamlined process, thereby improving patient access to healthcare. The compact creates an Interstate Commission to oversee its implementation and sets forth definitions for terms like "member state" (a state that has adopted the compact), "member board" (a state agency that regulates podiatrists), and "expedited license" (a full, unrestricted license granted through the compact process). Podiatric physicians must meet specific educational and examination requirements and designate a "state of principal license" based on residency, practice location, or employer. The compact includes provisions for application, fee structures, license renewal, coordinated information sharing among member boards, joint investigations, and disciplinary actions, ensuring that patient safety remains paramount while facilitating professional mobility.

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https://apps.azleg.gov/BillStatus/BillOverview/84209