Bill > HB275

This bill establishes the Athletic Trainer Compact, an agreement between states to allow licensed athletic trainers to practice in multiple member states without needing a separate license in each one, thereby improving public access to their services and promoting workforce mobility. The compact creates an Athletic Trainer Compact Commission to oversee its implementation and ensure uniformity in licensure requirements and disciplinary actions across member states, while still preserving each state's authority to regulate athletic training within its borders. It also outlines specific requirements for states to join the compact, defines terms like "compact privilege" (the authorization to practice in another member state) and "compact qualifying license" (a license that meets compact standards), and details procedures for criminal background checks, continuing education, and handling of disciplinary actions, with special provisions for active military members and their spouses. The compact will become effective on October 1, 2026, after at least seven states have enacted similar legislation.

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