Bill
H 279
Overview: H 279, An Act to ensure parity in social work licensure, was introduced on February 20, 2025 and has a hearing scheduled for November 18, 2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A
Overview: H 279, An Act to ensure parity in social work licensure, was introduced on February 20, 2025 and has a hearing scheduled for November 18, 2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2.
Purpose and Intent: The primary purpose of this bill is to establish parity in the licensure requirements for social workers across different practice settings and specializations. The intent is to ensure that all social workers, regardless of their area of practice, meet the same standards of education, training, and competency.
Key Provisions:
- Standardizes the licensure requirements for social workers in all practice settings, including clinical, administrative, and community-based roles
- Requires all social workers to hold a master's degree in social work or a related field
- Establishes a single, unified licensing process for all social work professionals
Affected Parties and Impacts:
- Social workers, who will be subject to the new licensure requirements
- Employers of social workers, who will need to ensure their staff meet the updated standards
- Clients and communities served by social workers, who may benefit from the increased consistency and quality of services
Procedural and Timeline Considerations:
The bill is currently scheduled for a hearing in the legislature on November 18, 2025. If passed, the new licensure requirements would likely be phased in over a period of time to allow social workers and employers to adapt to the changes.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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