Under the Dome, March 24, 2023

PA INTERSTATE LICENSURE COMPACT
HB 2544 (Campos)

We would like to inform you that HB 2544 (Campos), the PA Interstate Licensure Compact, will be heard in the House Public Health Committee on Monday, March 27, 2023. This bill aims to allow Texas to join the PA Interstate License Compact, enabling PAs to practice in participating compact states without obtaining additional licenses.

This initiative will reduce administrative burdens, decrease costs, and increase access to high-quality healthcare services for Texans. Importantly, the compact will not impact the scope of practice or supervision requirements for a Texas PA; it is solely an authorization to practice from a licensure aspect. 

TAPA will be present at the hearing next Monday to give testimony in person; however, if you would like, you are able to submit testimony online for any item on the Public Health Committee's Agenda. Your input can help make a difference in the progression of this bill and improve healthcare access for Texans. You can also tune in live to watch the testimony via the House's website. 

For more information about the PA Licensure Compact, its benefits, and related resources, please refer to TAPA's Advocacy Central