Bill
SD 1409
Overview: SD 1409, An Act to ensure parity in social work licensure, House concurred, Introduced: March 10, 2025Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to establish parity in social wor
Overview: SD 1409, An Act to ensure parity in social work licensure, House concurred, Introduced: March 10, 2025
Purpose and Intent: This bill aims to establish parity in social work licensure requirements across different states. Currently, social workers face challenges when seeking licensure in states other than where they were initially licensed, due to varying standards and requirements. The goal is to create a more streamlined and consistent process for social workers to obtain licensure and practice in multiple jurisdictions.
Key Provisions:
- Requires the development of a national social work licensure compact to facilitate the interstate practice of social work
- Establishes uniform educational, examination, and experience requirements for social work licensure
- Allows for the expedited licensure of social workers who are already licensed in another state
- Provides for the recognition of social work licenses issued by other states that are part of the compact
Affected Parties and Impacts: This bill would primarily benefit licensed social workers, who would have greater flexibility and mobility in their careers. It would also impact state regulatory boards and agencies responsible for social work licensure, as they would need to align their requirements with the national compact.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has passed the House and is currently awaiting concurrence in the Senate. If approved, the national social work licensure compact would need to be developed and implemented, which could take several months to a year or more.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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