SB703

Adopting Social Work Licensure Compact

Complete·4/1/26

West Virginia adopts the Social Work Licensure Compact to facilitate interstate practice.

West Virginia SB703 adopts 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, reduce licensing burdens, and enhance public safety. Member states must meet specific criteria, including licensing requirements and participation in a shared data system. The compact establishes a commission to oversee its implementation, including rulemaking and dispute resolution.

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  • Overview
  • Core Provisions
  • Implementation
  • Impact
  • Legal Framework
  • Critical Issues

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Sponsors

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Democratic CaucusRepublican Caucus

Roll Call Votes

95 Yea

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0 Nay

4 Absent

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Calendar

Mar 6

1:00 PM

Standing Committee on Government Organization Meeting

Mar 2

1:00 PM

Standing Committee on Government Organization Meeting

History

Apr 1

Senate

Approved by Governor 4/1/2026

Mar 14

Senate

Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - Senate Journal

Mar 14

House

Approved by Governor 4/1/2026 - House Journal