PA Compact Legislation Advances in Several States
Last week, several states advanced the PA Compact model legislation. Here is an overview of recent activity.
February 6, 2024
PAs for the Win: 2023 Advocacy Update
During PA Week, we’re reflecting on the progress PAs have achieved toward advancing our legislative agenda this year. AAPA is working hard to remove barriers to PA practice to ensure PAs are in the best possible position to improve patient access to high-quality care. So far this year, 20 states introduced PA-positive legislation, and legislators have taken notice!
October 10, 2023
PA Licensure Compact Bill Passes in Delaware
On June 21, Gov. John Carney signed S.B.116 into law, making Delaware the second state to join Utah in adopting the PA licensure compact. S.B.116 will strengthen access to medical services and enhance the portability of PA licensure while safeguarding the safety of patients and complementing the existing authority of state licensing boards.
July 21, 2023
Oregon Governor Signs Bill Expanding PA Representation on State Medical Board
On July 18, 2023 Gov. Tina Kotek signed into law HB 2627, giving PAs in the state more opportunity to actively partake in efforts improving access to quality care in Oregon. AAPA joins the Oregon Society of Physician Assistants (OSPA) in thanking Representative Bobby Levy for her efforts in sponsoring the legislature and advocating on behalf of the PA profession.
July 21, 2023
Florida Governor Signs Bill to Remove PA Educational and Licensure Barriers into Law
On June 21, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed HB 1133 into law, legislation that protects the rights of individuals who have successfully completed their rigorous PA education to apply for licensure and ensures that Florida patients can see their chosen providers.
June 26, 2023
Nevada Governor Signs Bill Giving PAs a Voice in Public Health
On June 9, Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo signed into law AB364, legislation that revises the Nevada State Board of Medical Examiners to include PA representation on its 11-member board. The bill ensures PAs are part of conversations surrounding quality of public health and patient care in Nevada.
June 15, 2023
Iowa Governor Signs PA Practice Modernization Bill Into Law
On May 10, Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed into law HF 424, legislation that removes the requirement for a PA to be supervised by a physician in order to practice medicine.
May 10, 2023
PA Licensure Compact Bill Passes Texas House of Representatives
With the recent Texas House of Representatives passage of HB 2544, the Lone Star State is on its way toward becoming the next state to adopt the PA Licensure Compact! On April 26, the House passed the legislation by a vote of 135-11.
May 2, 2023
Modernization of Colorado PA Practice Act a Significant Win for Patients
On April 26, Colorado Gov. Jared Polis signed into law SB 083, legislation that will update state law to allow most PAs to practice collaboratively with a physician rather than to practice under a supervisory agreement. The bill takes effect later this summer.
April 27, 2023