This legislation enacts the Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology Compact in the State of Montana.

Montana became the 10th State to adopt the Dietitian Licensure Compact. The Compact ensures that military spouses can easily practice across state lines and eases the licensure burden when moving from state-to-state. Additionally, the compact will improve public safety and promote workforce development by reducing unnecessary licensure burdens for the 111,000 registered dietitians in the United States.

SB233 enters Montana into the Interstate Massage Therapy Compact (IMPact) which provides for the multi-state licensure of Massage Therapists. This compact, sponsored by Senator Willis Curdy, will support all members of the massage profession including supports military spouses who often relocate due to military assignments.

This bill enacts the Counseling Compact in Washington State.

A bill to adopt the enhanced nurse licensure compact in the State of Montana

This legislation enacts the Occupational Therapy Compact in Montana.

The Physical Therapy Compact offers physical therapists and physical therapy assistants a way to practice across the U.S. The Compact is an agreement between States. The practice of physical therapy occurs in the state where the patient/client is located at the time of the patient/client encounter.

The PA Compact is an interstate agreement designed to facilitate multistate practice for Physician Assistants/Associates (PAs), improve healthcare access, and enhance public protection. Member states recognize valid, unencumbered PA licenses from other member states, granting a "compact privilege" for practice within their borders, while ensuring PAs adhere to the specific state's laws and regulations. The PA Compact supports military spouses by streamlining licensure portability and expanding employment opportunities. It reduces the burden of maintaining multiple licenses, preserving state-based scope of practice while simultaneously allowing for multistate practice. This increased job portability is crucial for military families who frequently relocate, reducing employment gaps and financial strain often associated with military moves.

he Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT®) is an interstate agreement facilitating telepsychology and temporary in-person practice across state lines for licensed psychologists in participating states. Psychologists remain responsible for adhering to the laws and regulations of each PSYPACT state they practice in. PSYPACT offers significant benefits, especially for military spouses who are licensed psychologists. Military families frequently relocate due to service requirements, and PSYPACT streamlines the process for psychologists to maintain their careers. By reducing the need for multiple state licenses, PSYPACT enables military spouses to continue providing essential mental health services while minimizing employment gaps and financial instability associated with frequent moves.

The Respiratory Care Interstate Compact (RCIC) is an interstate agreement designed to streamline the process for licensed respiratory therapists to practice in multiple member states. Currently, approximately 130,000 respiratory therapists in the U.S. face significant challenges when seeking to provide services across state lines. RCIC aims to reduce unnecessary licensure burdens, improve public safety through enhanced information sharing, and facilitate multistate practice. RCIC is particularly beneficial for military spouses who are respiratory therapists, as it supports relocating military families by reducing the barriers to employment caused by frequent moves. This increased job portability allows military spouses to maintain their professional careers and contribute to their family's financial stability. Furthermore, the compact benefits state licensing authorities by reducing administrative burdens. States benefit through workforce development, preparedness for health emergencies, and preservation of sovereignty.

For good cause in compelling circumstances and with appropriate safeguards, the court may permit testimony in open court by contemporaneous transmission from a different location.

Military members and families are eligible to renew a Montana driver license online, 6 months prior to your expiration date or within 1 year after your expiration date. To renew remotely your previous renewal must not have online or by mail and your current license cannot be revoked or suspended in any state. Additional information on military licenses can be found here: https://mvdmt.gov/military-resources/