MT SB279

Montana joins the Dietitian Licensure Compact, allowing licensed dietitians to practice across member states without obtaining separate licenses in each state through a "compact privilege"

Licensed dietitians must hold current registration as a registered dietitian OR have a master's/doctoral degree from an accredited program, complete at least 1,000 hours of supervised practice, and pass the CDR registration examination

Applicants for compact privileges must submit fingerprints for FBI criminal background checks and pay applicable fees; member states may set their own fees for granting compact privileges

The compact creates the Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, a joint government agency with one delegate per member state, responsible for administering the compact, maintaining a shared data system, and promulgating rules

The compact becomes effective when seven states have enacted it; Montana may withdraw with 180 days' notice after enacting a repealing statute