HB2145

Tennessee joins the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact to facilitate the practice of respiratory therapy across member states.

Tennessee HB2145 amends Tennessee Code to join the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact, facilitating the practice of respiratory therapy across member states. The compact aims to improve public access to respiratory therapy services, support relocating active military members and their spouses, and promote mobility and address workforce shortages. Active military members and their spouses are exempt from paying fees for a compact privilege. The compact preserves states' regulatory authority to protect public health and safety.