SB130 Summary

• Adopts the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Interstate Compact to enable licensed audiologists and speech-language pathologists to practice across member states under a "privilege to practice" authorization.

• Establishes the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Compact Commission as a national administrative body with member state delegates, an executive committee, and rulemaking authority to oversee compact implementation.

• Sets eligibility requirements for compact privilege including active unencumbered home state license, no adverse actions within previous two years, completion of approved education and national examination, and valid Social Security or National Practitioner Identification number.

• Creates a coordinated data system to track licensure, adverse actions, and investigative information on all licensed individuals across member states, with cross-state reporting and notification requirements.

• Permits interstate telehealth services, supports military spouses through home state designation flexibility, allows remote states to take disciplinary action against practitioners, and enables withdrawal by member states with six-month notice.