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HB 4465

Relating to the dietitian licensure compact; authorizing a fee.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Carrie Isaac

Authorizes Texas to join the Dietitian Licensure Compact, allowing licensed dietitians to practice across participating states and enabling the state to collect associated administrative fees.

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Bill Summary · HB 4465

Legislative bill overview

HB 4465 authorizes Texas to join the Dietitian Licensure Compact, a multi-state agreement that allows licensed dietitians to practice across participating states without obtaining separate licenses in each state. The bill also authorizes the state to collect fees associated with participating in this interstate compact.

Why is this important

This compact would increase professional mobility for dietitians, potentially expanding access to dietitian services across state lines, particularly in rural or underserved areas. It reduces regulatory burden and licensing costs for practitioners while maintaining quality standards through reciprocal recognition of state licenses.

Potential points of contention

  • Implementation costs: States participating in compacts must fund administrative operations; Texas taxpayers or regulated professionals may bear these expenses through licensing fees
  • Regulatory uniformity concerns: Practitioners from states with less stringent licensing requirements could practice in Texas, potentially creating inconsistent quality standards
  • Scope of practice variations: Different states define dietitian scope of practice differently; the compact's handling of these differences may create confusion about what services are permissible

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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