NE LB735

Adopts the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact, allowing respiratory therapists licensed in Nebraska to practice in other member states through a "compact privilege" without obtaining additional state licenses

Establishes the Respiratory Care Interstate Compact Commission as a joint government agency to administer the compact, with each member state appointing one commissioner to serve on the body

Requires criminal background checks for all new respiratory care practitioners at the time of initial licensure in Nebraska, including fingerprint submission to the Nebraska State Patrol and FBI

Sets eligibility requirements for compact privilege including maintaining an active home state license, holding National Board for Respiratory Care credentials, having no adverse actions within the previous two years, and meeting any jurisprudence requirements of the remote state

Takes effect when seven states enact the compact; allows member states to withdraw with 180 days notice after enacting a repealing statute