Texas SB1726 creates a Social Work Licensure Compact to facilitate interstate practice.

Texas SB1726 establishes the Social Work Licensure Compact to streamline the process for social workers to practice across state lines. The Compact aims to increase public access to social work services, enhance public safety, and reduce the burden of multiple licenses. Member States must license and regulate social work at clinical, master's, or bachelor's categories and require accredited education. The Compact Commission oversees the agreement, with powers to promulgate rules, handle disputes, and enforce compliance.

Texas SB1726 creates a Social Work Licensure Compact to facilitate interstate practice.

Texas SB1726 establishes the Social Work Licensure Compact to streamline the process for social workers to practice across state lines. The Compact aims to increase public access to social work services, enhance public safety, and reduce the burden of multiple licenses. Member States must license and regulate social work at clinical, master's, or bachelor's categories and require accredited education. The Compact Commission oversees the agreement, with powers to promulgate rules, handle disputes, and enforce compliance.