H5272

To effectuate Massachusetts’ participation in the social work licensure compact

Introduced·3/25/26
Introduced Text

Massachusetts H5272 enables the state's participation in the Social Work Licensure Compact, allowing social workers to practice across multiple.

Massachusetts H5272 establishes the Social Work Licensure Compact, allowing social workers to obtain a multistate license to practice in multiple states. The bill outlines eligibility criteria for applicants, including educational and competency requirements. It specifies that a multistate license is subject to renewal and compliance with the home state's regulations. The compact allows member states to encumber a social worker's license if necessary, while ensuring that a licensee's home state retains the authority to take adverse actions.

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Where it stands

Current
Ways and Means Committee
Next
Committee decision

Sponsors

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History

Mar 25

House

Reported from the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure

Mar 25

House

New draft of H380

Mar 25

House

Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Ways and Means