HB554

Authorizing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to join the Social Work Licensure Compact; and providing for the form of the compact.

Chamber Passed·6/4/25

Pennsylvania HB554 authorizes the state to join the Social Work Licensure Compact.

HB554, known as the Social Work Licensure Compact Act, allows Pennsylvania to join the Social Work Licensure Compact. This compact facilitates interstate practice of social work by allowing eligible social workers to obtain a multistate license, enabling them to practice in multiple states. The compact aims to increase public access to social work services, reduce burdensome requirements, and enhance state regulatory authority. The compact establishes a commission to oversee its administration, including rulemaking, data system maintenance, and dispute resolution.

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Where it stands

Last
Passed the House · 14–0 · Jun 4, 2025
Current
Appropriations Committee
Next
Senate floor vote

Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

14 Yea

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0 Nay

Calendar

Feb 4

10:00 AM

Consumer Protection & Professional Licensure (s) Hearing

May 6, 2025

9:30 AM

Professional Licensure (h) Hearing

History

Mar 16

Senate

Second consideration

Mar 16

Senate

Re-referred to Appropriations

Feb 4

Senate

Reported as amended