Bill
HB 13
Overview: HB 13 - Social Work Licensure Interstate CompactPurpose and Intent: The bill authorizes Florida to join the Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact, which allows social
Overview: HB 13 - Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact
Purpose and Intent: The bill authorizes Florida to join the Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact, which allows social workers licensed in one compact state to obtain a multistate license to practice in all other compact states, including through telehealth.
Key Provisions:
- Enacts the Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact into Florida law
- Allows Florida-licensed clinical social workers to obtain a multistate license to practice in other compact states
- Enables social workers licensed in other compact states to provide services to Florida patients via telehealth and in-person
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would benefit social workers by allowing them to more easily practice across state lines, and would improve access to social work services for patients in Florida and other compact states.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been approved by the Health Professions & Programs, Health Care Budget, and Health & Human Services committees and is now on the House Second Reading Calendar.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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