Massachusetts 194th General Court Status: Introduced 1 D cosponsors

S256 — An Act relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact

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    Introduced
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    In Committee
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    Passed Senate
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    Passed House
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    To Executive
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    Enacted

This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.

This bill is no longer active — its legislative session has ended, so there are no live odds of enactment. It would have to be reintroduced in the current session to move again.

In plain language

This bill relates to an agreement for occupational therapist licensing across state lines.

The bill establishes a framework for an interstate licensure compact for occupational therapists. This allows therapists to be licensed in multiple states, making it easier for them to practice in different locations.

What this means for you
  • Workers: For occupational therapists, this means easier access to practice in multiple states without repetitive licensing processes.
  • Consumers: For individuals seeking therapy, it potentially increases access to qualified therapists across state boundaries.

Summary

An Act relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact

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1 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 203 not signed on

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Co-sponsors (0)

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Not signed on (203)

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Frequently asked questions

What does S256 do?
An Act relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact
Who sponsors S256?
S256 is sponsored by Joan B. Lovely (Democrat).
What is the current status of S256?
This bill died with 194th General Court. It reached “Introduced” and never advanced before the session ended, so it can no longer move — a new version would have to be reintroduced in the current session.
Where can I track S256?
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