KY HB36

Kentucky would join the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact, allowing respiratory therapists licensed in member states to practice across state lines through a "compact privilege" without obtaining separate licenses in each state

Licensees must hold an active, unencumbered home state license and credential from the National Board for Respiratory Care, with no adverse actions within the previous 2 years, to qualify for compact privileges

Creates the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact Commission as a joint government agency to administer the compact, establish rules, maintain a data system for licensure and adverse actions, and collect fees from member states and licensees

Active military members and their spouses may designate any state where they hold a license as their home state and are exempt from commission fees for compact privileges

The compact takes effect when enacted by 7 states; member states may withdraw with 180 days notice and must continue recognizing compact licenses for at least 180 days after withdrawal