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PA Licensure Compact Update: Washington Bill Signed Today
Four down and three to go! Governor Jay Inlsee has signed the state’s PA Licensure Compact bill, H.B. 1917, into law, officially rendering Washington the fourth state to enact the PA Compact.
March 14, 2024
PA Licensure Compact Update: 3 Bills Nearing Enactment
Last week, four states – Oklahoma, Virginia, West Virginia, and Washington – made significant progress advancing PA Licensure Compact legislation.
March 11, 2024
Oregon Bill Changing PA Title on Its Way to Governor’s Desk
On March 6, the Oregon State Legislature passed a bill that included a variety of healthcare provisions, including officially changing the title of “physician assistants” to “physician associates.”
March 8, 2024
PA Licensure Compact Update: Model Legislation Clears West Virginia Senate
After seven states have enacted the compact model legislation, the compact will be activated and begin the process to operationalize the compact and be able to give out privileges to practice.
February 28, 2024