Pennsylvania HB1961 authorizes the Commonwealth to join the PA Licensure Compact, facilitating interstate practice for physician assistants.

Pennsylvania HB1961 authorizes the Commonwealth to join the PA Licensure Compact, enabling physician assistants to practice across participating states. The bill establishes the PA Licensure Compact Commission to oversee the compact, including data systems, rulemaking, and dispute resolution. It defines terms like "Compact Privilege," "Adverse Action," and "Remote State." The compact aims to enhance access to medical services while maintaining patient safety and state regulatory authority.

Pennsylvania HB1961 authorizes the Commonwealth to join the PA Licensure Compact, facilitating interstate practice for physician assistants.

Pennsylvania HB1961 authorizes the Commonwealth to join the PA Licensure Compact, enabling physician assistants to practice across participating states. The bill establishes the PA Licensure Compact Commission to oversee the compact, including data systems, rulemaking, and dispute resolution. It defines terms like "Compact Privilege," "Adverse Action," and "Remote State." The compact aims to enhance access to medical services while maintaining patient safety and state regulatory authority.