Ratification of the Dietitian Licensure Compact. (FE)
By joining the compact, Wisconsin would enhance public access to dietetic services, as it allows licensed dietitians to meet uniform criteria for interstate practice. The compact is designed to eliminate the need for multiple state licenses, thereby reducing administrative burdens on both the states and the licensees, which can improve efficiency within the profession.
Assembly Bill 1153 aims to ratify and enter Wisconsin into the Dietitian Licensure Compact. This compact facilitates the ability for dietitians to practice across state lines, allowing them the flexibility to obtain what is referred to as a 'compact privilege' in other compact states. It establishes the creation of a Dietitian Licensure Compact Commission, which is composed of primary administrators of the licensure authorities from each participating state.
There are considerations regarding how this compact might affect existing state laws and whether it aligns with state-specific regulatory frameworks. While proponents argue that it will improve access and practice standards, concerns may arise over the state's ability to maintain its regulatory authority and protect public health standards. Additionally, states could potentially face challenges integrating the compact's provisions with current licensure processes and requirements.