HB4609

Illinois ratifies the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact to facilitate interstate practice of physical therapy.

The bill amends the Illinois Physical Therapy Act to ratify the Physical Therapy Licensure Compact. The Compact aims to improve public access to physical therapy services by allowing licensed physical therapists and physical therapist assistants to practice across state lines. Member states must submit data to a centralized database, share investigative information, and enforce Compact rules. The Compact preserves states' regulatory authority to protect public health and safety. It also provides for dispute resolution and enforcement mechanisms.