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HB 932

Relating to the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact; authorizing fees.

89th Legislature (2025) Introduced by Penny Morales Shaw and 1 co-sponsor

Texas authorizes occupational therapists to practice across participating states through a licensure compact, reducing multi-state licensing requirements and enabling associated administrative fees.

Referred to Health & Human Services
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Bill Summary · HB 932

Legislative bill overview

HB 932 authorizes Texas to participate in the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, an interstate agreement that allows occupational therapists licensed in one member state to practice in other participating states without obtaining separate licenses. The bill also permits the establishment of fees associated with compact membership and administration.

Why is this important

This compact reduces licensing barriers for occupational therapists seeking to work across state lines, potentially increasing access to occupational therapy services in underserved areas and allowing healthcare professionals greater career mobility. It also creates a streamlined regulatory framework that could reduce administrative burden on practitioners while maintaining consistent professional standards across states.

Potential points of contention

  • Professional standardization concerns: Critics may worry that uniform licensing standards across states could inadvertently lower some states' existing requirements or create inconsistent enforcement
  • Fee structure transparency: The bill authorizes fees without specifying amounts, raising questions about cost transparency and potential affordability impacts for practitioners
  • Regulatory authority questions: Some may contend that interstate compacts reduce individual state legislative control over occupational therapy regulations and public protection standards

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

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