Massachusetts establishes the Occupational Therapy Licensor Interstate Compact to allow multi-state practice

Original title: An Act relative to the occupational therapist interstate licensure compact

Last action · November 13, 2025: Accompanied a new draft, see S2672Sponsors: Joan Lovely and 3 others

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What This Bill Would Do

This bill establishes the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, allowing occupational therapists and occupational therapy assistants to practice across member state lines through a recognized . The measure outlines criteria for participation, data sharing systems, rule-making authorities, and procedures for adverse disciplinary actions.

Why it matters

Changes how occupational therapy professionals obtain authorization to practice in multiple states by creating a streamlined multi-state licensure system instead of requiring separate individual state licenses.

Background

Interstate licensure compacts are multi-state agreements that allow professionals to practice across state lines more easily while maintaining public safety through shared data systems. context
This petition was introduced in the 194th session of the Massachusetts General Court and referred to the Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. context

Who It Would Affect

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Directly affected

Occupational Therapists

Occupational therapists gain the ability to apply for compact privileges to practice across multiple member states without obtaining separate individual licenses.

Directly affected

Occupational Therapy Assistants

Occupational therapy assistants are subject to compact rules and supervision requirements when practicing across state lines under a compact privilege.

Directly affected

Occupational Therapy Licensing Boards

State licensing boards must participate in the commission's data system, conduct criminal background checks, and share investigative information.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Compact Privilege?

It is an authorization granted by a remote member state that allows a licensee from another member state to practice occupational therapy under its laws and rules.

Who is eligible to exercise the Compact Privilege?

A licensee who holds an un in a , possesses a valid US Social Security Number or National Practitioner Identification number, passes a background check, pays required fees, and meets any applicable jurisprudence requirements.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

4 actions

Nov 13, 2025Senate
Accompanied a new draft, see S2672
Aug 28, 2025Joint
Hearing scheduled for 09/08/2025 from 10:00 AM-1:00 PM in A-2
Feb 27, 2025House
House concurred
Feb 27, 2025SenateCommittee
Referred to the committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure

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